Niš is the capital of the Nišava District in Serbia, ranking as the third largest city after the capital Belgrade and Novi Sad, and is also the largest city in southern Serbia. The city is one of the oldest in Europe and the Balkan Peninsula, historically considered an important gateway connecting the East and the West, now serving as one of Serbia’s key industrial and educational centers.
As a city with a long history, Niš is home to numerous historical sites and landmarks, making it a great destination for history enthusiasts. The Mediana is a Roman estate; Niš Fortress is one of the most well-preserved Turkish fortresses in Central Balkans, built in 1723, with the remains of the submerged Roman city beneath. The Ćele Kula Monument served as the battlefield where Stjepan Štiljanović and his warriors fought against the Turks; the Monument to the Liberators of Niš, erected in 1937, commemorates the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the liberation of Niš. The “Red Cross” Concentration Camp was a Nazi concentration camp; Bubanj Memorial Park is home to the largest mass grave from World War II.
Niš
Reasons to visit: the largest city in southern Serbia
Continent: Europe
Country/Region: Serbia
Province/District: Nišava District
City: Niš