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Užice

Short info - Užice

Užice is a town and municipality in Zlatibor district. It lies on the banks of the river Đetinja and it was already important as a medieval town, the remains of which are preserved. In 1941 the partisan army headquarters were in this town. In 1946 its name was changed in Titovo Užice, in honor of Josip Broz Tito, and in 1992 the old name was restored. Užice is a center of metal and machinery industries and of fruit growing.

 

 

River Đetinja - D.Bosnić

 

This area was already inhabited in prehistory, which is proved by findings from Neolithic, discovered at many archeological sites (Megara cave in the south part of the village Stapari, Potpećka cave, in the village Potpeć.) By the end of 12th century Užice and surroundings became the part of the medieval feudal Serbian state, ruled by Nemanjić Dynasty.

 

Užice is first mentioned in a document from the archives of Dubrovnik, written on 9th of October 1329, and that date is declared The Day of Town.

 

During the 17th century Užice became an important center of crafts and culture. In 1862 the town was liberated from Turks. After adoption of a construction master plan in 1871 its intensive construction began. The town was economically empowered, crafts and trade flowered, guilds were established.

 

 

After the end of Balkan Wars and of the WWI, industry and production in Užice were rapidly renewed. The railroad network was developed: line Užice-Vardište was built, as well as roads Užice-Kraljeve Vode and Užice-Kadinjača -Bajina Bašta.

 

 

During the WWII Užice was the center of significant historical events.

After the WWII the city was slowly developing into a big economic and cultural center of western Serbia.

 

 

 

Užice - D.Bosniće

 

The town has primary, secondary and higher schools, Faculty of education, National Theatre, National Museum, City Archives, City Gallery and the National Library.

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Hotels

  • Zlatibor 0.9km

    • Zlatibor

    Hotel Zlatibor is in downtown of Uzice on Partizan's square. It is in administration and cultural center of the city.

  • Zlatiborska noć 0.9km

    • Zlatiborska noć

    A new-built hotel complex „Zlatiborska Noć“ is located in a settlement Bela Zemlja, 8km on the outskirts of the town of Užice; right beside the main road to mountain Zlatibor.

  • Jele-Ježevica 15.4km

    • Jele-Ježevica

    In the middle of the village, on the foundations of the old family restaurant, a fashionable and unique three stars hotel has been built "Jele-Jezevica".

  • Cigota 19km

    • Cigota

    Situated in the center of Zlatibor surrounded by pine forest at the ideal 1000 m height above sea level. Basic activity is providing medical services from endocrinology, nuclear and physical medicine, and it is known for its far and wide famous and recognized programme for regulating body weight.

Villas

  • Carski apartman 0.9km

    • Carski apartman

    The apartment is located in Kremna, a village in the municipality Uzice in Zlatibor District. Like the cosmos, this gentle mystique surrounds the village between Zlatibor, Tara, and Sargan.

  • Klub Satelit 19.1km

    • Klub Satelit

    Accommodation at the Club Satelit meets the highest standards.Accommodation capacity consists of ten rooms and eight apartments.

Caves

  • Potpeć Cave 9.7km

    • Potpeć Cave

    Potpećka pećina (Potpeć Cave) is situated in the village of Potpeć, at the foot of the mountain Drežnička Gradina, 14 km from Užice.

  • Stopića Cave 14.7km

    • Stopića Cave

    Stopića pećina (Stopića Cave) is situated on the north-eastern side of Zlatibor, between the villages Rožanstvo and Trnava. This is a waterway cave.

Lakes

  • Zlatibor lake 18.6km

    • Zlatibor lake

    It is surrounded by pleasant paths for walking and benches. During the summer visitors can swim, sunbathe, or boat there…

  • Ribničko Jezero (Ribnica Lake) 24.1km

    • Ribničko Jezero (Ribnica Lake)

    On the way to Tornik and monastery Uvac, in the settlement Ribnica, 8km from mountain Zlatibor, is Ribničko Jezero (Ribnica Lake).

Churches

  • The Church of Saint Mark 0.4km

    • The Church of Saint Mark

    The old church in Užice is situated in the part of the town called Carina. It is not known for sure when it was built, probably in the first half of 18th century.

  • The White Church 8.8km

    • The White Church

    The White Church is located in village Karanu, 16 km away from town Užice. It is dedicated to celebration of the Annunciation.

  • The church Seča Reka 16.9km

    • The church Seča Reka

    In the village Seča Reka, 7 kilometers away from Kosjerić is situated important cultural and historical monument – the Wooden Church.

  • The wooden church 19.3km

    • The wooden church

    The wooden church in Gorobilje was built in 1705. It is one of the oldest but also the smallest ones in Serbia.

  • The Church of Saint Apostles Peter and Paul 21.1km

    • The Church of Saint Apostles Peter and Paul

    The Church of Saint Apostles Peter and Paul in Sirogojno was built in 1764, and in the same year was made church iconostasis.

  • The Church of St Peter and St Paul 22.7km

    • The Church of St Peter and St Paul

    The church of St Peter and St Paul is situataed in Gorna Dobrinja, on the northeast from Požega.

  • The Church of Holy Ascension 22.7km

    • The Church of Holy Ascension

    The Church of the Ascension is situated near village Gornje Dobrinje, on a beautiful spot resembling Golgotha with its wideness.

  • The Church of Saint Achilius 23km

    • The Church of Saint Achilius

    The church in Arilje was consecrated to the Bishop Achilius from Larissa (Greece). Achilius was a passionate fighter against the Aryan heresy and the participant of the First Ecumenical Synod in Nicaea.

Monasteries

  • The Monastery Rujno 14.8km

    • The Monastery Rujno

    Monastery Rujno is very beautiful building and religious temple, situated above the Lake Vrutci, on the part of the bank that belongs to the area of village Bioska, 15 km from Užice.

  • The Monastery Godovik 17.3km

    • The Monastery Godovik

    Monastery Godovik is situated in the village with the same name. It dates from the 13th century and it was dedicated to St George. It is one of the foundations of Nemanjić dynasty.

Monuments

  • Tito’s Monument 0.4km

    • Tito’s Monument

    The monumental sculpture dedicated to Tito is a artwork of a sculptor Frano Kršanić. The monument is 4.8 meters high, and it is temporarily located behind the building of National museum.

  • The Monument Kadinjača 10.2km

    • The Monument Kadinjača

    The memorial complex Kadinjača is specially striking among other monuments in Užice surrounding area. It is situated 14 kilometers on the west from Užice.

  • Memorial obelisk 19.6km

    • Memorial obelisk

    Some 5 kilometers from Zlatibor mountain on Glavudža or Šumatno Hill is located Memorial obelisk dedicated to killed Partisan wounded soldiers at King’s waters and Palisad in1941.

  • Family Tree of Tarabics 21.3km

    • Family Tree of Tarabics

    The monument family tree of Tarabićs is situated on the northeast from Mokra Gora. Tarabićs appeared in the 19th century, and are believed to be prophets by many people.

Fortresses

  • The Užice town 1.4km

    • The Užice town

    It represents one of the tourist attractions of a town on the river Đetinja, where an improvised theatre is set up during summer months, and where shows are performed under the combination of moonlight and spotlights.

Galleries

  • The Town Gallery 0.4km

    • The Town Gallery

    The Town Gallery in Užice was founded in 1990. The activities of the Gallery are displaying the works of modern and contemporary art.

Museums

  • The Open Museum “Old village” 20.5km

    • The Open Museum “Old village”

    The museum is situated in the village Sirogojno, 26 km from the Zlatibor Mountain. It is the only museum in open in Serbia.

Restaurants

  • Aleksandar 0.5km

    • Aleksandar

    Restaurant "Alexander the house of good food and wine" was started in 2001. One of the most exclusive restaurants in and surround of Uzice.

  • Bajo 8.4km

    • Bajo

    Family Sopalovic from Mackat is known for preparing traditional dishes of Zlatibor since 1928. when the first restaurant opened Sopalovic. Excellent lamb roast is a trademark of restaurants.

Ethno village

  • Ethno Park Terzica Avlija 10.7km

    • Ethno Park Terzica Avlija

    It is located near the village of Zlakusa, 13 km far from Uzice and 10 from Pozega. Terzića avlija represents a typical rural property consisting of two old Serbian houses.

  • Ethno village Sirogojno 20.8km

    • Ethno village Sirogojno

    Sirigojno village is famous for museum, the Old Village "and renowned knitters.Od Zlatibora je udaljeno 26 kilometara.

Cycling

  • Cycling on Zlatibor 18.6km

    • Cycling on Zlatibor

    Thanks to slight rise on the mountain and downhill, riding bicycle is a real enjoyment for fans of mountain biking on Zlatibor.

Riding

  • Horse Riding on Zlatibor 19.2km

    • Horse Riding on Zlatibor

    On Zlatibor all generations can enjoy in sport and recreational horseback riding…The riding is possible on two locations: Ranch Farma and Ranch Zova.

Hiking

  • Mountaineering on Zlatibor 17.2km

    • Mountaineering on Zlatibor

    Many peaks, and especially the highest ones Tornik and Cigota represent ideal places for mountaineering.

Events

  • Diving from old railway bridge 0.9km

    • Diving from old railway bridge

    Since 1993 in August in Užice has been organised competition in diving from old railway bridge on Plaža.

  • Smoked ham festival - Pršutijada 8.4km

    • Smoked ham festival - Pršutijada

    The Smoked ham festival “Pršutijada” is traditionally organized from February 02nd to 04th in Zlatibor village Mačkat.