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Traces of Vlach magic

29/09/2021 30/09/2021
Explore Serbia
Destinations, Serbia
Adventure tourism, Day hikes from Belgrade, hiking Serbia, hiking

"Before we start walking and talking about Vlachs and Vlach magic, try not to look down on their traditions and customs with scorn. The centuries-old traditions that you will hear about today are the cornerstone of their value system and the way they view the world. Also, keep in mind that they are also Christians and cherish many of our customs. And no, that doesn't stop them from believing in some things unique to their culture." With these words, the guide Rade (by the way, half-Serbian, half-Vlach) introduced himself to us before we set foot on the paths where the human foot rarely treads today. Where, if you surrender to nature, you can still feel the mystique that surrounds the name of this people. A small but well-chosen group of enthusiastic people, of various nationalities (in addition to the Serbs there were Italians, Americans and Spaniards), of different ages (from the younger generations, up to one grandmother who showed that age is just a number) in the company of the dog Freud (who, like the real Freud, eagerly looked at everything visible and invisible to us), and among whom I was, shaved in eastern Serbia, in the vicinity of Majdanpek. Before us was a long path - 18 kilometers where there were uphills, downhills, mysterious caves, overgrowth (which is the definition of a rock vault), dried up riverbeds, but also those rivers that had to be crossed. To make the trail even better, Rada's guide made sure that he told us about the legends and customs of the Vlachs that marked some places. The history of a nation is not dictated only by cause and effect relationships, but also by the geography of a place. Thus, Rade explains to us that the Vlachs were mainly miners (since the area itself is rich in mineral resources) and herders, while black and white cows, just like the ones we see on the wrappers of milk chocolates, look at us confused from the edge. The road takes us past the Felješana rainforest, which has the interesting fact that it was there first

"Before we start walking and talking about Vlachs and Vlach magic, try not to look down on their traditions and customs with scorn. The centuries-old traditions that you will hear about today are the cornerstone of their value system and the way they view the world. Also, keep in mind that they are also Christians and yes

Ascend to the mountain Rtanj: useful tips and tricks

25/09/2020 06/04/2023
Explore Serbia
Destinations, Outdoor activities, Outdoor equipment
hiking Serbia, hiking Serbia, Rtanj

In eastern Serbia there is a mountain on which there is a pyramid and it is a favorite place of aliens in this part of the world. Joking aside, Rtanj is a mountain that may or may not resemble a pyramid, and as for aliens - we haven't met them. One thing is certain - the climb to the mountain Rtanj is a favorite place for

8 best things to do in the Tara National Park

26/04/2020 07/12/2024
Explore Serbia
Destinations, Outdoor activities, Western Serbia
Adventure tourism, European pedestrian corridors E4 and E7, hiking Serbia, Tara, Via Dinarica

Tara Banjska stena, what to do in Tara National Park

If you are wondering what to do in Tara National Park, we will tell you that it offers numerous opportunities for an active, meaningful and relaxing vacation. Tara National Park covers almost the entire surface of the mountain, which certainly belongs to the most beautiful Serbian vacation destinations. Coniferous forests are Tara's trademark, and at the same time make it the most wooded mountain in Serbia and the region. The wealth of natural resources on this mountain will provide you with a real blessing during your stay. It is one of the favorite destinations for lovers of nature and active vacations. Accommodation on Tara is very diverse and you can find it in numerous villages in these areas. Tara is located in the western part of Serbia and belongs to the inner belt of the Dinarides. It is 50 km long, 22 km wide and has an average altitude of 1200 meters. Its highest peak is Kozji Rid (1591 m). It has wealth and diverse tourist values: an ecologically preserved natural environment, mountainous relief with a moderate altitude, suitable grounds for winter and summer activities, a beneficial climate, the Drina with the artificial lake Perućac. Because of all this, Tara is one of the most attractive regions in Serbia, and in many ways it is unique in Europe and the world. Mount Tara is both a summer and winter destination, and Kaluđerske Bare and Mitrovac are the two main centers for visitors. As many as 80 % areas of the National Park cover mixed forests of spruce, fir and beech. Of over 1,000 different plants, about 20 are endemic, among them the most famous is the Pančić spruce, a symbol of Tara - a relic of the Tertiary and a Balkan endemic that survived the Great Ice Age in very limited habitats in the middle course of the Drina river. These are the top 8 suggestions for what to do in Tara National Park. The proposals are mostly related to the spring and summer period. 1) Choose a walking tour where you will visit the most beautiful viewpoints of Tara There are numerous and beautiful viewpoints on Tara. The most visited are Banjska stena and Bilješka stena, followed by Crnjeskovo, Sjenič and Osluša, with

If you are wondering what to do in Tara National Park, we will tell you that it offers numerous opportunities for an active, meaningful and relaxing vacation. Tara National Park covers almost the entire surface of the mountain, which certainly belongs to the most beautiful Serbian vacation destinations. Coniferous forests are Tara's trademark, and at the same time make it the most wooded mountain in Serbia and the region.

Attractive destinations for daily walking tours from Belgrade are only one or two hours away. We suggest 15 of them! First, let's briefly recall the benefits of hiking. In addition to having the purpose of exploring and enjoying natural beauty, hiking is the oldest type of exercise. Recently, the term hiking has become popular in our language. Walking tours from Belgrade are becoming an increasingly popular form of recreation that provides emotional relaxation and is great for getting in shape. If you live in urban areas and struggle with stress every day, escaping to nature and hiking will come in handy. Even short walking tours have a very positive effect on health, reducing anxiety and stress levels. Research shows that 50 minutes of walking in nature reduces the level of stress in the body much more than walking in an urban environment. Here are our recommendations for daily walking tours from Belgrade, which we have arranged in order of shortest distance from Belgrade. 1) Kosmaj Kosmaj is a beautiful Šumadija mountain with a crescent-shaped ridge and a height of 626 m. Only 60 km from Belgrade, it is ideal for an escape from the urban environment. It is covered mostly by beech and oak forest with a beautiful walking path and viewpoints on the surrounding mountains of Šumadija. The symbol of Kosmaj is an impressive monument erected to the soldiers who died in World War II. The walking tour on Kosmaj is circular, not entirely easy due to ascents and descents. How to get there and where to go hiking? It is best to reach the Tresija monastery and go to the monument to the fallen fighters of the Kosmaj detachment, then continue to the Košutica lookout point, then to the remains of the medieval Kasteljan monastery and continue to the Goli vrh lookout point and the Beli Kamen memorial ossuary from World War I. After another half hour of walking, you will return to the starting point near the Tresija monastery. Information about the hiking trail: Length: 12 km Ascent: about 600 m Duration: 4.5 h

Attractive destinations for daily walking tours from Belgrade are only one or two hours away. We suggest 15 of them! First, let's briefly recall the benefits of hiking. In addition to having the purpose of exploring and enjoying natural beauty, hiking is the oldest type of exercise. Recently, in our language, for

How to avoid sports injuries during hiking - top 3 tips

28/06/2019 07/04/2023
Explore Serbia
Safety, Outdoor activities, Outdoor equipment
European pedestrian corridors E4 and E7, Day hikes from Belgrade, hiking Serbia, hiking, mountaineering, hiking Serbia

How To Avoid Sports Injuries During Hiking - Top 3 Tips. With the first rays of sunshine and hints of good weather, adventure and recreation enthusiasts go out for their favorite physical activities in nature. There are a number of outdoor activities in our country and for many one of favorite activities is hiking.

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Traces of Vlach magic

Ascend to the mountain Rtanj: useful tips and tricks

8 best things to do in the Tara National Park

15 best destination for day hikes from Belgrade

How to avoid sports injuries during hiking - top 3 tips