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Zica Monastery
Zica Monastery
Monastery
Country:

Region:
Serbia
Other names:
Žiča Monastery
Visit duration:
2 h
Description:
The 13th century monastery at Žiča was hugely important in the early years of the Serbian state. It was founded by none other than St. Sava himself, and represented the seat of the Serbian Orthodox Church for the first 34 years of its existence. In the beginning, Serbian Kings weren’t considered official until they were crowned here.
Categories:
Monastery
Monastery
Labels:
Must visit
Why visit:
Excursion
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Fitness level:
Best visit time:
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Access:
Bike
Car
Car 4x4
Foot
Motorbike
Roads:
Gravel
Info:
Map and directions
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ID:
20608