Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, is also the third largest city in South-eastern Europe after Istanbul and Athens. Just over 1,700,000 people live in it. Though one of the oldest cities in Europe, Belgrade is a city of youth. More than 40% of its citizens are between 15 and 44 years old.
"The sky above Belgrade is wide and high, unstable but always beautiful; even during winter serenities with their icy splendour; even during summer storms when the whole of it turns into a single gloomy cloud which, driven by the mad wind, carries the rain mixed with the dust of panonian plain; even in spring when it seems that it also blooms, along with the ground; even in autumn when it grows heavy with the autumn stars in swarms.”
Written by: Ivo Andric, Serbian Nobel Prize laureate
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Fun Zone
The exciting nightlife of Belgrade is gaining momentum. Belgrade is said to be the new capital of cool, the place where the best nightlife in Europe is happening.
Strahinjića Bana Street especially is a unique place to go out in the May evenings. A single city centre street houses around twenty cafes, restaurants and bars.
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Shopping Zone
Shopping is part of everyday life for many Belgraders, a frequent and favourite activity.
The combination of famous international brands and varied and imaginative local products and hand-crafted items, favourable prices and a large selection are the reason why visitors to Belgrade usually leave with an extra suitcase.
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Culture Zone
The cultural life of Belgrade is rich and diverse.
Galleries, concerts, theatres and cinemas, contribute to the city’s richness and bear witness to the history and the art of all those who have populated Belgrade throughout the centuries. Without this cultural heritage it would be impossible to understand European and world history.
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Useful Information
Time Zone
Belgrade and Serbia are located in the Central European time zone region - GMT+2 in May.
Electricity
As in most cities of Continental Europe, the electricity voltage in Belgrade is 220V. Electrical outlets are standard European.
Currency
The official tender in Serbia is dinar, abbreviated RSD. Money may be exchanged in all banks and post offices, as well as in authorized exchange offices.
Climate
The climate in Belgrade is moderate continental, with four seasons. Autumn lasts longer than spring, with longer sunny and warm periods. In May, the weather usually varies in between 19° and 25° and is mainly sunny.