Belgrade is the up and coming Balkan city that is seeing lightening progress. From crowded café terraces to the laughter-filled banks of the Danube or Sava, from the fashionable streets of the historic centre to the dour neighbourhoods of the communist era, everywhere you look, young people are having fun, establishing and reinventing their lives.
It is also at the heart of the action, where the buzz of the city is at its strongest, that Mama Shelter has chosen its location, 125 rooms designed by Jalil Amor, running along Ulica Kneza Mihaila, the capital’s iconic pedestrian street.
Mama is popular with even the most serious business men for its Atelier, a large meeting or seminar room.
Mama has also remembered that Belgrade was a southerner. So in the kitchen, Mama has cooked up Italian style pizza baked in a wood-fired oven to be shared on large tables. And when the day finally comes to an end, Mama with its immense 500m2 rooftop offering open air hedonism, attracts all revellers.
It is here that a young, brand new, totally fresh, Europe is being born and with Mama, we have a ringside seat.
Salas 137 is a unique place, traditional Serbian farmstead near Novi Sad, where you will enjoy home-made food and local drinks along with the authentic ambience of the countryside and local music of Vojvodina region. In addition to horse riding, guests have at their disposal a children’s playground, sports fields, wine tasting, hunting organization, archery and shooting. Salas 137 has various offer of traditional Vojvodina cuisine. The restaurant has a capacity of 70 seats inside, 80 seats in the garden and Gazebo (Summer garden) – 150 places.
“Great food, friendly service and something different to experience. A friend of mine took me to Salas 137, and I was immediately impressed: it is a great location for an easy weekend out of the city. I did walk around a bit and the place was full of families and others…”
Emil D Atanassov, TripAdvisor
“Great place with never ending food. This place is so charming, situated in a farm outside Novi Sad and it’s just so great the local deco, feeling and the biggest amount of food I have ever witnessed by all of this with great Wine, Rakija and local music. Absolutely amazing!”
Ricardo B, TripAdvisor
“Food is amazing! Mostly meat type of food, but also salads are great! Rakija is wonderfull and service is so friendly but efficient, that you will feel like at home! Must be hungry when you come here, and if you are not in a good mood – you will be very soon!”
From the time immemorial the rolling hills of Oplenac were used to cultivate vines. A place of origin of the family Aleksandrovi? has deep connections with the ancient past.
During the Roman times that place was called Vincea, while in the Middle Ages it was called Vinica. Today the place is called Vin?a – which is a direct connection and association with the main activity of the local population. In the beginning of the XX century in nearby Vin?a, the Ven?ac Winemaking Cooperative was founded, and then vineyards and cellar of the Serbian and Yugoslav kings Peter I and Alexander I Kara?or?evi?, who spread the glory of wines from Oplenac far and wide, throughout Europe. The Aleksandrovi? family cultivates vines and makes wines for more than a century. From the very beginning they cooperated closely with the royal viticulturists and cellar masters and also were among founders of the Vin?a Winemaking Cooperative.
When the famous royal cellar master Živan Tadi?, who immigrated to Canada after the World War Two, learned that the family Aleksandrovi? was restoring winemaking tradition of Oplenac, he consequently sent to Vin?a the original recipe – a blend composition of Trijumf – the best wine from the royal cellars. Trijumf was enjoyed on various royal courts before the World War Two. Therefore, in our cellar, based on yellow manuscript, we started writing new pages of the long family history of winemaking, relying on our ancestors’ experience, latest scientific advances and modern technology.
A village of Vin?a, at the foot of Oplenac, where Aleksandrovi? Winery is situated, was always known for viticulture and winemaking. Sunny slopes, a rich structure of the soil, favorable winds and mild climate represent a natural gift which is translated to the top quality wines from Aleksandrovi? Winery.
By applying the latest technology, carefully following global trends, scientific advances and the proud tradition of our older generations, Aleksandrovi? winery became the leader among the wine producers within the entire Balkan region.
In addition to wine production Aleksandrovi? Winery is engaged with the wine tourism. More than 15,000 people visit our winery annually, which clearly shows the very high level of services they offer. Their arrived both individually or as a part of the organized group visits.
It is possible to visit vineyards and winery together with a qualified guide and also to taste all our wines. Apart from well-known brands such as Trijumf, Trijumf Barrique, Oplenac Selection, Harizma and Varijanta, wine lovers also may taste Trijumf Noir, Vizija and Rodoslov wines. Tasting room has a capacity to accommodate 60 people at any time.
Lepenski Vir is an important Mesolithic archaeological site located in Serbia in central Balkan peninsula. The latest radiocarbon and AMS data suggests that the chronology of Lepenski Vir is compressed between 9500/7200-6000 BC. There is some disagreement about the early start of the settlement and culture of Lepenskir Vir. But the latest data suggest 9500-7200 to be the start. The late Lepenskir Vir (6300-6000 BC) architectural development was the development of the Trapezoidal buildings and monumental sculpture The Lepenskir Vir site consists of one large settlement with around ten satellite villages. Numerous piscine sculptures and peculiar architecture have been found at the site.
Lepenski Vir is located on the banks of the Danube in eastern Serbia, within the Iron Gates gorge, near Donji Milanovac. The first excavations were made on the site in 1965. In 1966 it was listed as a cultural monument of Yugoslavia. It was only in 1967 that its importance was fully understood after the discovery of the first Mesolithic sculptures. The excavations ended in 1971 when the whole site was relocated 29.7m higher to avoid flooding from a new artificial lake created in the Iron Gates gorge. The main contribution to exploration of this site was through the work of professor Dragoslav Srejovi? of the University of Belgrade. 136 buildings, settlements and altars were found in the initial excavations in 1965-1970. Lepenski Vir was declared a Monument of Culture of Exceptional Importance in 1979, and it is protected by the Republic of Serbia.
The main site consists of several archeological phases starting with Proto-Lepenski Vir, then Lepenski Vir Ia-e, Lepenski Vir II and Lepenski Vir III, whose occupation spanned well over a millennium from the Mesolithic to the Neolithic period. A number of satellite villages belonging to the same culture and time period were discovered in the surrounding area. These additional sites include Hajducka Vodenica, Padina, Vlasac, Ikaona, Kladovska Skela and others. Found artifacts include tools made from stone and bones, the remains of houses, and numerous sacral objects including unique stone sculptures.
It is assumed that the people of Lepenski Vir culture represent the descendants of the early European population of the Brno-P?edmostí (Czech Republic) hunter gatherer culture from the end of the last ice age. Archeological evidence of human habitation of the surrounding caves dates back to around 20,000 BC. The first settlement on the low plateau dates back to 9500-7200 BC, a time when the climate became significantly warmer.
Seven successive settlements were discovered on the Lepenski Vir site, with the remains of 136 residential and sacral buildings dating from 9500/7200 BC to 6000 BC.
All the settlements follow the shape of the underlying terrain, a horseshoe-shaped plateau. Settlements always face the direction of the river, which was the obvious focus of life for its inhabitants. The basic layout of the settlement consists of two separate wings and a wide empty central space which served the purpose of a village square or meeting place. The settlement is radially divided with numerous pathways leading to the edge of the river. The outer edges of the village are parallel to the surrounding cliffs.
Domestic objects represent the transition from tent structure to house. All the houses share a very distinct shape, built according to a complicated geometric pattern. The basis of each of the houses is a circle segment of exactly 60 degrees, constructed in the manner of an equilateral triangle.
The interior of each house includes a fireplace in the form of an elongated rectangle, placed on the long axis of the floorplan. These fireplaces were built from massive rectangular stone blocks. The fireplaces are further extended with stone block to create some kind of a small shrine in the back of the house. These shrines were always decorated with sculptures carved from massive round river stones and represent perhaps river gods or ancestors. Another significant feature of the houses is a shallow circular depression in the ground placed precisely in the exact middle. This may represent some kind of an altar.
The Lepenski Vir sculptures are numerous prehistoric figurines dating from 7000 BC found intact in the Lepenski Vir. The earliest sculptures found on the site date to the time of Lepenski Vir Ib settlement. They are present in all the following layers until the end of the distinct Lepenski vir culture. All the sculptures were carved from round sandstone cobbles found on the river banks.
The sculptures can be separated in two distinct categories, one with simple geometric patterns and the other representing humanoid figures. The latter are the most interesting. All of these figural sculptures were modelled in a naturalistic and strongly expressionistic manner. Only the head and face of the human figures were modelled realistically, with strong brow arches, an elongated nose, and a wide, fish-like mouth. Hair, beard, arms and hands can be seen on some of the figures in a stylized form. Many fish-like features can be noticed. Along with the position which these sculptures had in the house shrine, they suggest a connection with river gods
The brand new Saint Ten 5* hotel is suited in the old building in Svetog Save 10 Street that was built by the famous architect Stojan Veljkovic in 1929. Veljkovic family has a long family history that left a tremendous mark in the history of Belgrade. As a well-known family they were involved in politics since their existence and were owners of many buildings and even of the first Bank of Vracar. Stojan Veljkovic was a popular architect of that time. As a polite, handsome and well educated man he is known for unique architectural style that shows in many buildings in our city. History shows that he was a mason, thus he used many masonic symbols in his architectural expression and this can be clearly seen in our hotels façade.
Besides the beautiful architecture and the famous family background the old building was used to host many important political events in the history of former Yugoslavia. The history of the building is under the veil of many political gatherings. The one that stands out is the famous Cvetkovic Macek Covenant that represents a historical moment for the past of our country.
The rumor has it that the famous MI6 agents were paid out in this building too. But this is the mystical part of the entire building and its concept that we let our guests discover for themselves. In order to preserve the importance of this location and all the events that took place in this old building, our Ministry Suites with their unique balconies were preserved in respect of the heritage that the building carries. Through interior and exterior design we aim to retain the historical charm in fusion with the modern architecture creating a perfect blend that is rare and unique in this city.
SAINT TEN Hotel features 54 rooms and suites which reflect the residential luxury of Vracar. We offer an intimate luxury ambience in an environment where every aspect of the hotel was designed with attention to details incorporating all the functionalities needed to assure the luxury level of service and comfort for all our guests.
The hotel was built in a sustainable manner to satisfy the highest needs of business guests. With our uniquely personalized service and special attention to details we offer our guests world class amenities and a memorable stay.
Featuring a fine dining restaurant with an irresistible menu inspired by local produce and worldwide cuisines, our SANCTUS Restaurant offer the perfect food fusion tailor-made to satisfy even the most peculiar tastes.
Moreover, the SAINT TEN Hotel also features THE COVENANT MEETING ROOMS, 5 meeting spaces ideal for your business meetings or conferences tailor-made to meet the highest demands of business guests. As a creative alternative for special events SAINT TEN offers a multifunctional space located on the 6th Floor with an open terrace specially designed for both cocktails and board meetings or special events such as private dinners or birthdays in a fully equipped room.
Treat yourself with an unforgettable experience and stay at SAINT TEN Hotel, our comfort and personalized service are designed for those who appreciate a supreme standard, highest elegance and have a taste for unique experiences.
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