• Niš - Niš, occasionally spelled as Nish in English, ranks as the third largest city in Serbia and serves as the administrative hub of the Nišava District. Situated in the southern region of Serbia, the 2011 census recorded a population of 182,797 within the city itself, while the broader administrative area houses 260,237 residents.

Numerous Roman emperors were either born in Niš or resided there, including Constantine the Great, the first Christian emperor and founder of Constantinople, along with Constantius III, Constans, Vetranio, Julian, Valentinian I, Valens, and Justin I.

Following approximately 400 years under Ottoman rule, the city was liberated in 1878, becoming part of the Principality of Serbia, albeit with significant bloodshed—traces of which remain visible throughout the city. Today, Niš stands as a vital economic center in Serbia, particularly in the electronics, mechanical engineering, textile, and tobacco industries.

• Bubanj Memorial Park - Bubanj Memorial Park is a World War II memorial complex established to honor the execution of over 10,000 citizens of Niš and individuals from Serbia and other regions, with some estimates suggesting over 12,000 victims. It is located in the Palilula municipality of Niš, Serbia.

Positioned on a hill southwest of Niš’s Bubanj, which intersects the main road Niš – Skopje, it is 2 km from another Serbian Cultural Property of Great Importance, the Crveni Krst concentration camp.

The complex is designed as a park, featuring a memorial trail approximately half a mile long. The centerpiece is a marble relief measuring 23 by 2.5 meters, with five compositions symbolizing the “killing machine”: execution and firing squads, civil revolts, surrender of the German invaders, and ultimate victory over the oppressors.

• Red Cross Nazi Concentration Camp - The Niš Concentration Camp is one of the few preserved German Nazi camps in Europe, offering an authentic account of the hardships faced by the Serbian, Romani, and Jewish populations during the German occupation of Niš (1941-1944). The camp complex retains its original towers, observation posts, guard boxes, central building with cells and solitary confinements, and personal items of the inmates such as documents, letters, weapons, and photographs.

This former concentration camp in Niš stands as a testament to one of the darkest periods in recent world history—the Second World War. In occupied Serbia in September 1941, authorities ordered the establishment of a concentration camp in Niš (Anhaltelager Nisch) within a deserted military warehouse near the “Red Cross” train station.

At this site, the Nazis imprisoned Jews, Roma, Serbs, patriots, as well as members of the Chetnik movement, including many women and children.

• Niš Fortress - Niš Fortress is a significant cultural and historical monument located in the city of Niš, Serbia. It stands on the right bank of the Nišava River, overlooking an area inhabited for over two millennia. Declared a cultural site of great significance in May 1948, it is one of the best-preserved fortifications of its kind in Serbia and the Balkan Peninsula.

The current fortification, of Ottoman Turkish origin, dates back to the early 18th century (1719–1723). It is renowned as one of the most important and well-preserved monuments of its kind in the mid-Balkans. The fortress was built on the site of earlier fortifications, including ancient Roman, Byzantine, and later Medieval forts. During World War I, it was occupied by Bulgarians who converted it into a prison for Serbian patriots.

• Skull Tower - Skull Tower is a stone structure embedded with human skulls, located in Niš, Serbia. It was constructed by the Ottoman Empire following the Battle of Čegar in May 1809, during the First Serbian Uprising. During the battle, Serbian rebels led by Stevan Sinđelić were surrounded by the Ottomans on Čegar Hill, near Niš. To avoid capture and impalement, Sinđelić detonated a powder magazine within the rebel entrenchment, killing himself, his subordinates, and the advancing Ottoman soldiers. The governor of the Rumelia Eyalet, Hurshid Pasha, ordered the construction of a tower using the skulls of the fallen rebels. The tower stands 4.5 meters (15 ft) high and originally contained 952 skulls embedded on four sides in 14 rows.

• Mediana - Mediana is a significant archaeological site from the late Roman period, located in the eastern suburb of Niš, Serbia. It features a luxurious residence with a highly organized economy. Excavations have uncovered a villa with a peristyle, thermae, granary, and water tower. The residence dates back to the reign of Constantine the Great (306 to 337). Although Roman artifacts are scattered throughout present-day Niš, Mediana is the best-preserved part of Roman Naissus. In 1979, Mediana was added to the Archaeological Sites of Exceptional Importance list, protected by the Republic of Serbia.

• Čegar - Near Niš, on Čegar Hill, the site of the renowned First Serbian Uprising battle, stands a monument commemorating the brave soldiers and their commander Stevan Sinđelić. Following the battle on Čegar, the Ottomans constructed a Skull Tower from the skulls of the fallen soldiers.

Čegar Monument

At the location of Stevan Sinđelić’s trench, a monument was erected in the shape of a tower—a symbol of military fortification (1927). The monument was designed by Djulijan Djupon, a Russian immigrant from Niš, and features a bronze bust of Stevan Sinđelić created by Yugoslavian sculptor Slavko Miletic. Today, this monument symbolizes the heroism of Stevan Sinđelić and evokes the memory of the fearless fight for freedom.

• Belgrade - Transfer from Niš to your hotel/apartment in Belgrade at 20:00 hrs (NLT 22:00)
• Niš - Pick up from your location and transfer to Niš

• Entry to up to 3 museums/churches/memorials
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Transportation and guiding services

• Food and drink and tips as well as any other entry not listed in the attraction .
• Lunch: We can have lunch in Nish. It will cost between 15-25 Euros per..

Embark on an exciting adventure through the hidden treasures of North Macedonia and South Serbia, regions known for their rich cultural heritage, breathtaking natural landscapes, and welcoming hospitality.

Beyond the abundant heritage, visitors can enjoy the unique opportunity to explore multiple countries in a single day, collecting more passport stamps than ever before.

The tour begins in the lively city of Skopje and leads to captivating destinations such as:

• a guided tour of the city of Nish, a highlight of this journey;

• optional visits to Pelince Memorial, Prohor Pcinjski Monastery, and the City of Vranje;

Each stop on our customized tour presents a distinct mix of history, culture, and natural beauty, enhancing the country’s rich tapestry of experiences. Get ready to be enchanted by the deep history, friendly hospitality, and magnificent scenery as we set off on this memorable journey through North Macedonia and South Serbia.

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