Serbia has many amazing canyons, mountains, rivers and gorges. We also have hot springs, which feel like nature's jacuzzis and have been used to treat body aches since the Roman times! If you ever want to go whitewater rafting, rock climbing, cave exploring, mountain biking or bird watching, Serbia is the place for you. Read to learn more about the unique features of Serbia's landscape.
Native shorebird species and rare flowers all flourish in Serbia's flat and mountainous regions. Two nature reserves, called Golija-Studenica and Bačko Podunavlje, were determined by U.N.E.S.C.O. to be areas of extreme importance because of their diverse animal and plant life. The Danube River, which marks the borders between Hungary and Croatia, was even named "the Serbian Amazon"! At Golija-Studenica mountain, you can see the mountain maple, which dates back to the Ice Age.
Did you know that over 80% of Europe's bird species have been recorded in Serbia? Our capital city, Belgrade, is known as the World Capital of Owls! You can spot many owl species there, from the long-eared owl to the barn owl to the short-eared owl. These birds are important because they keep the rodent population stable.
