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City in Šumadija and Western Serbia, Serbia
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Kragujevac is a city in Serbia. With the population of 180 000, it is the fourth largest city in Serbia, the industrial center of the country, the main city of the Šumadija region and the administrative centre of Šumadija District. It is situated on the banks of the Lepenica River.
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Memorial in central Serbia near the place where 2,800 local people, including children, were massacred by Nazi German occupying forces as retaliation for a Partisan attack. All tombs in Memorial park are connected to 7 km long circular road. At the entrance of Memorial park, a monumental building of the Museum “21st October” is built in which architecture symbolic of Kragujevac’s tragedy is emphasized.
Cultural-historic complex that includes buildings that, with their architecture and function, maintain a historic image of the city, from the period when Kragujevac was the capital (1818–1841), until the beginning of 20th century.
Arsenal complex comprises factory buildings and workroom that dates back to the end of 19th, beginning of 20th centuries.
It displays the history of the Kragujevac military factory in 1853 - 1973 years. There is an exhibition of modern weapons as well. The museum itself is located in the former building of the Gun Foundry build in 1882.
The only one still preserved building from the complex of Miloš’ court and it is a part of the National museum. It got its name after the headmaster of the Prince’s court, Sima Milosavljević-Paštrmac called Amidža (uncle). Amidža’s Lodgings was built in 1818 and it represents Balcan-oriental style. The lodgings served as a dormitory for the young men from Miloš’s escort.
One of the most monumental school buildings built in Serbia in 19th century. It was built in 1887 and then the first grammar school in Serbia, found in 1833, got its building. It was built in academic style. The architect is unknown. During World War II, on October 21, 1941, German soldiers took many of the school’s students and professors to the execution. One of the classrooms was turned into the Memorial classroom, dedicated to this tragic event.
Stara crkva
Built in 1818 by Prince Miloš Obrenović. The church is dedicated to the Descent of the Holy Spirit on Apostles. The first bell from this church rang in 1829. The old church was first bishop’s cathedral and court chapel in liberated Serbia. In the churchyard, almost all important decisions for the Serbian people were proclaimed. The First Serbian Constitution was adopted there in 1835.
Prince Mihailo’s Palace (Народни музеј Крагујевац)
Built in 1860. The building is European with one floor, built after the pattern of Austrian classicism, modest in its dimensions and ornaments. Directory of the National museum and museum’s library are now placed in it.
Dating back to 1835, this is the first theater in Serbia. It is a one-floor building with a pyramidal roof cupola. In front of the building there is a monument to founder Joakim Vujić.
Built in 1928/29 as the most beautiful market hall in Serbia and one of the first market hall in Europe. It contains style elements of academism and secession.
Built in a typical socialistic architecture, the building might be very interesting to someone used to Western culture.
Beautiful monastery with nice surroundings. It has the Church of Saint Nicholas which was erected in 1734 on the foundation of an older church.
One of the most popular monasteries in Sumadija region. Once it was destroyed by Ottomans and then much later in 1974 it was reconstructed again.
Built in 13th-14th centuries by a king. Present-day buildings are of mid-16th century when they were restored by Peć Patriarchy.
The most favourite place for walk of Kragujevac’s citizens of all ages. It was formed in 1898 and on its 110th birthday it was completely renewed. More than 10 hectares of verdure, thick treetops of the 100 years old trees, renewed foot-paths, newly benches make a perfect place for pastime, walk and relaxing. In the center of the park, there is a monument “Wounded soldier”. It is also a good starting point for visiting memorial park Šumarice.
There are several small lakes and a zoo with about hundred of inhabitants. There is also the biggest 3-m-high Easter egg sculpture in Europe, and the second in the world.
Plants from Asia, Europe and Balkans grow here. Park is equipped with information boards about trees.
Varoško groblje?
It is an ideal spot for a pastime or walk by the water. Around the lake, in natural ambiance, the benches are set and there is also a restaurant with beautiful garden.
Hala "Jezero"
The venue where basketball, handball and volleyball local team Radnički performs in top divisions.
The biggest stadium in Kragujevac with a seating capacity for more than 23 000 people, home to the top division football team FK Radnički 1923.
The first public freshwater aquarium in Serbia with more than 400 species. It is suited in the rooms of the Faculty of Science. In the aquarium you can see the living beings from the Balkans, but also from the tropical areas of Africa, South America, Central America, Asia and Australia. Within the aquarium there is a hatchery where rare and endangered species are being bred and raised. There is also a laboratory for scientific, exploratory work related to hydrobiology and protecting water ecosystems.
Famous place for fast Serbian barbecue specialties.
Among the best pljeskavica in town.
The place for Karadjordjeva šnicla.
Yes, we have that. Go to second floor of Kragujevac Plaza for McDonald's.
Very nice ambient and good local food.
The perfect opportunity to enjoy local specialties in a lovely and romantic surroundings.
Specialized in local cuisine.
Also very central and suited for trying out local barbecue specialties.
You can try out national specialties and listen to live music.
If you can really eat a lot of Serbian barbecue specialties and still pay little, this is the place to be.
Hostel Kragujevac
11 single, 19 double, 2 apartments, 1 lux apartment
Has a restaurant on site; small property out on the fringe.
A modern shopping mall in Kragujevac.
A large modern shopping mall in Kragujevac with movie theatres, game center, bowling, pool tables, laser tag, rock climbing, target practice with paint ball/archery.
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By train
By car
Located in the center of the country, Kragujevac has good connection to highway E-75, leading to Belgrade and Niš. Parking is not a problem in the city.
Taxi
Taxi service is extremely cheap, even in comparison to Belgrade. Expect not to pay more than €4, even for more distant destinations.
Public transit
Kragujevac owns an extensive and cheap bus network. Tickets can be purchased at driver.
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