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9781841621456
Belgrade is less polished jewel than diamond in the rough. Emerging from its turbulent recent past, the city is now staking its claim as one of Europe's latest hotspots. With a wealth of museums and a flourishing cafe-bar scene, it is culturally rich and warmly welcoming. Whether you take a romantic sunset stroll through Kalemegdan Park, explore the quirky traditions of the Bohemian enclave of Skadarlija, or sample a fiery snort of "sljivovica" on a floating Danube restaurant, Laurence Mitchell shows you how to get the most from this charming capital. *All the sights--from Belgrade Fortress to a phantom station*Nightlife--from hidden bars to the brazen "Silicon Valley"*Walking tours--the city center, Old Town, and Zemun*Strange statues, secret tunnels, odd museums*Beyond the city--Novi Sad and Mount Avala*Full-color mapsMitchell, Laurence is the author of 'Bradt City Guide Belgrade ', published 2006 under ISBN 9781841621456 and ISBN 1841621455.
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