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Fortress of Niš
Located in the center of Niš in Nišava County, Serbia, Niš Castle is a historic fortification that has witnessed the changes of many eras. The castle was built in the 18th century during the Ottoman Empire, and its well-preserved stone walls and gates demonstrate the architectural style and military defense technology of the time. The castle covers a large area and houses several historical sites, including ancient Roman baths, mosque ruins and clock towers. Visitors can stroll through the castle, explore these historical buildings and feel the strong historical atmosphere. The castle's high ground location provides a good view overlooking the city of Niš, making it an ideal place for photography enthusiasts. There are cafes and small souvenir shops in the castle, where visitors can enjoy local drinks or buy souvenirs after touring. Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes to walk on the stone paths in the castle.Nis · 643m from downtown
King Milan Square
Nis · 233m from downtown
Skull Tower
In 1809, before the defeat of the Battle of Cegar, the Duke of Resava launched an attack on the Turkish side and fired directly at the Turkish warehouse, causing more than 4,000 of his own and more than 10,000 Turkish casualties. The Turks were victorious nonetheless, beheading and scalping the Serbs and embedding them in the tower. There were originally 952 skulls, but now only 58 remain, and the tower has become a testament to the bravery of the Serbs.Nis · 2.4km from downtown
Čegar
Municipality of Pantelej · 6.4km from Nis
Nazi Concentration Camp "Red Cross”
This is one of the best preserved Nazi concentration camps in Europe. During the German occupation, about 30,000 Serbs, Jews, Roma and others were imprisoned here.Nis · 1.4km from downtown
Stambol Gate of Nis Fortress
Nis · 445m from downtown
Aqua Park Doljevac
Kocane · 14.4km from Nis
Stevan Sremac and Kalča Monument
Nis · 163m from downtown
Belgrade Fortress
Belgrade Fortress stands on a hill at the confluence of the Sava and the Danube River and is the heart of the city's history. The history of the fortress dates back to the Roman period, and since then, the Byzantines, Ottomans, and Austrians have successively built and fortified it. The layers of walls and towers bear the marks of different civilizations—the Upper Town preserves foundation ruins from the Roman period, the clock tower built by the Ottomans still stands today, and the fortifications reinforced during the Austrian period are also clearly visible. The fortress is divided into the Upper Town and the Lower Town, with Kalemegdan on its perimeter, where statues of Serbian writers and poets are scattered along the walking paths. In the evening, the sunset turns the confluence of the Sava and the Danube River a golden red. Standing on the fortress walls, you can take in the skylines of both banks, and the sunset view is particularly stunning.Serbia · Belgrade
Kamenički vis
Municipality of Pantelej · 10.1km from Nis
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Fortress of Niš
Nis · 643m from downtownKing Milan Square
Nis · 233m from downtownSkull Tower
Nis · 2.4km from downtownČegar
Municipality of Pantelej · 6.4km from NisNazi Concentration Camp "Red Cross”
Nis · 1.4km from downtownStambol Gate of Nis Fortress
Nis · 445m from downtownAqua Park Doljevac
Kocane · 14.4km from NisStevan Sremac and Kalča Monument
Nis · 163m from downtownBelgrade Fortress
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Hinalove3 June 2023
4.0
I visited early in the morning, so it was empty and a good place to take a walk. It seems that they hold jazz concerts depending on the season. There is also a cafe so you can relax. The bus terminal is nearby, so it is easy to access.
Fortress of Niš
Dr BP17 April 2023
4.0
Skull Tower in Nis is quite literally, as the name would suggest - a big tower made from human skulls. After the failed Serbian uprising against the Ottomans in 1809, the Turkish governor at the time, Hurshid Pasha decided it would be a major deterrent to others to take the heads of 1,000 executed Serb prisoners and turn them into a 5 meter high tower. Most of the skulls have since been stolen, however a few poor ones still remain with either circular bullet holes between the eyes, or a sword chop in the middle of the head. A lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon! :(
Skull Tower
Fuwei张25 October 2025
5.0
Free to visit, both day and night, and the nighttime lighting is beautiful.
Although Belgrade is relatively safe, it's recommended to arrive early and leave early in the evening. I went before 10 PM on a Monday, and there were still quite a few people. Instead of walking along the river, I exited the park northeast and entered the old city's food and beverage district, which was safer.
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