Nis City Tour: Full-Day Trip from Sofia

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WHEN Friday 3 January to Friday 10 January

ADDRESS , Bulgaria

COMPANY Nis City Tour: Full-Day Trip from Sofia

Highlights

See the famous Cele Kula and learn the sacrifices of Serbian revolutionaries
Visit Medijana to explore the remains of an ancient Roman villa
Drive to a small concentration camp set up by the Germans during WW2
Take some time to explore Nis on your own
An option to try the famous Serbian grill, either in a traditional restaurant wh

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The Serbian city of Nis is growing in popularity as a tourist destination. On this full-day trip from Sofia, you’ll enjoy a scenic drive to this picturesque, relaxed city that dates back to Roman times. Nis was the birthplace of Constantine the Great, the first Christian Roman Emperor. It is home to one of the oldest churches in Serbia, dating to the 4th century, located in the suburb of Medijana. You’ll find some fortress remains, a shopping street, and lovely gardens. Your first stop is to visit the famous Cele Kula (Skull Tower). Learn about the atrocities committed by the Turks and see the unique monument to the sacrifice of Serbian revolutionaries. The next important site is in suburban Medijana, where you’ll explore an archeological site of a Roman estate. See remains of an ancient villa, a granary, villas, and baths. The museum houses sculptures and portraits of Roman gods and goddesses, utensils for daily use, and other objects unearthed at the site. Visit city sites including Nis fortress with several excavated areas from Roman times, get familiar with findings fron Nis area dated back to 6000 bc in the Archeological hall in town, including more recent findings, discovered in the Royal Villa of Konstantine The Great, Mediana (currently closed for restorations ). You’ll have some free time to walk around the central square and an option to try the famous Serbian grill, either in a traditional restaurant where you can pay with a card (plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available) or try the Serbian street food.. After lunch, your driver will take you to a small concentration camp that was set up by the Germans during World War 2 to imprison and exterminate Jews, Romas, and other minorities. At 16:00 you’ll begin the trip back to Sofia, expecting to arrive at about 18:30.

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Departure from Sofia central meeting point Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected) Tour guide in English Road taxes Parking fees

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A valid passport or ID card is needed for crossing the border into Serbia. A visa may be required. Please check before you book the tour. Recommended period: throughout the year Driving time: 5 hours, approximately Walking time: 2.5 hours, approximately Handicapped accessibility: fairly accessible Please note: museums may not be open on Mondays, on Serbian Christmas (7 January) and Serbian New Year (14 January)

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Nis City Tour: Full-Day Trip from Sofia

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