„Serbian-Russian medallions“ – Episode 1: Sava Vladislavic Raguzinski
„Serbian-Russian medallions“ – Episode 1: Sava Vladislavic Raguzinski Count Sava Lukich Vladislavich-Raguzinsky (16 January 1669 – 17 June 1738) was a Serbian merchant-adventurer and diplomat in the employ of Peter the Great. He conducted important diplomatic negotiations in Constantinople, Rome and Beijing. His most lasting achievement was the Treaty of Kiakhta, which regulated relations between…
Yogurt
Yogurt The origin of yogurt is unknown, but it is believed that the first yogurt originated in Mesopotamia around 5000 BC. In ancient Indian records, the combination of yogurt and honey was called the “food of the gods.” Yogurt as a divine drink was considered not only by Hindus. Namely, according to the Hebrew belief,…
International Literacy Day
International Literacy Day The idea to establish the International Literacy Day appeared in September 1966 at the World Conference of Ministers of Education, held in Tehran. The topic of this conference was solving the problem of eradicating illiteracy. September 8 was chosen as Literacy Day, and UNESCO began marking the International Literacy Day the following…
International Charity Day
International Charity Day The International Day of Charity is an international day observed annually on 5 September. It was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012. The prime purpose of the International Day of Charity is to raise awareness and provide a common platform for charity related activities all over the world for…
Tupavica Waterfall
Tupavica Waterfall – The natural jewel of Stara Planina Stara Planina is a true masterpiece of nature. The characteristic valleys, which rise towards the mountain peaks, are decorated with numerous small streams, which merge downstream to form larger watercourses. Untouched nature and breathtaking landscapes have made Stara Planina a popular destination for hikers and nature…
Leskovac paprika
Leskovacka paprika When we think of ajvar, the first trigger is certainly the famous, widely known, Leskovac ajvar. With the designation of protected geographical origin, this product is even better positioned on the market, however, as the manufacturers say, it gained the trust of consumers long before that label. The greatest merit belongs to the…
Springs of river Grza
Springs of river Grza Resort and river Grza In Eastern Serbia, not so far from Paracin city, the springs of river Grza are located. Grza is just 23 km long and originates from the tributaries of Ivanštica, ie Gornja and Grza, and Velika Čestobrdica. Grza itself is a left tributary of the river Crnica, which…
Blederija Waterfall
Blederija waterfall At the foot of the mountain Miroč, at an altitude of 190m, is the Blederija waterfall. The waterfall is named after the river of the same name, which together with the tributaries Suvaja and Sokolovica flows into the Ravna river, otherwise a tributary of the Danube. It is located about 4 km from…
International Youth Day
International Youth Day Yesterday, the International Youth Day was marked around the world. Through a series of different manifestations, this day is marked with the aim of pointing out the problems that young people face, the ways in which they should act on the problem and how to direct the generations on which the world…