3. Basic information
In the rolling hills of Central Serbia sits the
idyllic spa town of Vrnjačka Banja,
harmoniously balanced in it’s beautiful
natural surrounding. Today Vrnjačka
Banja is a well-developed tourist
destination, popular among domestic and
foreign guests seeking spa treatments or a
relaxing getaway in the countryside. Many
hotels and restaurants cater to the needs of
spa guests, delivering excellent service and
accommodation
4. History
The beneficial effects of the Vrnjačka Banja
spa’s springs have been known since the
beginning of Christianity and a second
century Roman Well can still be found on
the site. The spa was upgraded in 1835 on
the orders of Prince Miloš, who wanted the
spa to rival the famous Czech spa at Karlovy
Vary. In 1860 the spa saw further
development with the opening of the first
pool and apartments.
5. Tourism
Vrnjačka Banja is the most celebrated and most
popular spa town of Serbia and at same time, a
very attractive recreative centre. Situated in a
great park full of trees with particularly
charming houses, the town has a promsing
future. Surrounding Vrnjačka Banja
are UNESCO protected medieval buildings,
which serve as a reminder to early European
civilisation. Other nearby landmarks include the
first court of the Serbian Archbishop, the Žiča
Monastery and the beautifully
frescoed Sopoćani Monastery which both date
back to the thirteenth century and the twelfth
century Studenica Monastery all of which are
nestled in the colourful Ibar River Valley.
6. The Carnival
The Carnival of Vrnjačka Banja is, among
Exit and Guča, the largest touristic
manifestation in Serbia and it surely
represents one of the most important and
joyful events during the year. More than
200.00 visitors come to see this outstanding
event. It lasts the whole one week, in the
month of July, and you can be a part of many
masquerades, concerts, role plays, sport
events… The central event is the
international carnival procession, which
includes numerous groups from all around
the world.
