Danube fortresses and Roman archeological park
ID: GYG218871-375915
Category:
Country: Serbia
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Let us introduce you the most beautiful fortresses on Danube, Smederevo and Golubac, than explore the biggest archeological park in Serbia.
Start from Belgrade and drive to the city of Smederevo. In the 15th Century, Smederevo became the capital of Serbia and the fortress was built in a very short period of time. Built at the confluence of the Jezava and Danube rivers on the orders of Serbian Despot Djuradj Brankovic, it was the biggest low-land fortress in Serbia.
Visit Viminacium archaeological park, once the capital of the Roman province of Moesia Superior. See the bust of Constantine the Great and 17 more Roman emperors born in Serbia, as well as the amazing mosaic decorated floor. A special attraction here is the paleontological park with a mammoth skeleton discovered at a depth of 27 meters (one million years old).
Drive to Golubac fortress, built on the rock at the entrance to the Iron Gates. Built in the 14th Century, this fortress was once under the rule of Hungarians, Serbs, Turks, and Austrians. With strong walls and an ideal strategic location, this fortress has never been overrun. Located at the point where the 6 kilometers wide Danube enters the narrow passage through Djerdap Gorge, this stronghold controlled the navigation on Danube River.
Highlights
- Learn about the Roman Empire in Serbia
- Explore the biggest low-land fortress in Serbia from the 15th Century
- Visit the most beautiful Golubac fortress from the 14-th century
- Visit Viminacium archeological park
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transportation
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance to attractions mentioned in description
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
