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Archaeological sites in Serbia are of key importance for understanding the human past. Spanning different periods, from prehistory to the Middle Ages, they speak of the development of Balkan civilisations.

Lepenski Vir, Vinča and Gamzigrad are the most famous sites that make a significant contribution to European, world and Serbian cultural heritage. These sites are rich in archaeological finds such as sculptures, ceramics and tools and shed light on the development of art, religion and everyday life throughout history.

Serbian archaeological heritage is a real-time machine through history luring you to explore the deep roots of human civilization. As a home to prehistoric settlements on the Danube banks and the imposing remains of Roman cities and medieval fortresses, Serbia is a place where the past comes alive. Each site here tells its own story – the story of the people who shaped the history of this part of the world.

The most significant sites, such as Lepenski Vir, Vinča and the ancient city of Felix Romuliana, bear witness to incredible cultural achievements that left their mark far beyond the borders of the Balkans. Discover the art of ancient peoples, design creativity and complex rituals that speak of deep religious beliefs in these places.

Taking a walk through the archaeological sites of Serbia is like reading books written with fragments of ceramics, mosaic pieces and mysterious symbols. If you are a lover of history, culture or just want to feel the spirit of the past, Serbia is the right place for you.

Welcome to the country where every stone has its own story!

Prehistory

The territory of present-day Serbia is home to some of the oldest archaeological sites in Europe. Archaeological sites of the first civilisations’ settlements on Serbian soil have changed our understanding of the way of life of people in the long prehistoric era.

Rome

At the dawn of our era, the area of today’s Serbia was a significant border zone of the Roman Empire. Dozens of military fortifications were built along the Danube defensive line, while magnificent provincial capitals and cultural centres sprang up in the hinterland.