Studenica Monastery is the most important, representative and valuable Serbian Orthodox monastery that combines the essence of Western Romanesque and Eastern Byzantine traditions, and showcases some elements of the "Morava style."
The Žiča Monastery is one of the characteristic monasteries of the Nemanjić dynasty period in Serbia. It was founded in 1208 by Stefan Nemanja II ("the First-Crowned") and Saint Sava (the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church). King Stefan was crowned here in 1217, which made Serbia a sovereign state in the Christian world. After Saint Sava became the first archbishop, the Žiča Monastery gained a bishop's seat.
Manasija Monastery is an important religious and cultural center in Serbia in the early 15th century. It is the burial place of Stefan Lazarević, the son of Prince Lazar and ruler of Serbia. The monastery was built by Stefan Lazarević himself between 1406 and 1418, and is considered a monumental achievement of Serbian medieval monasteries and the final masterpiece of Serbian medieval monasteries.
Miller Sheva monastery
Mileševa Monastery is one of the most important monasteries in Serbia, dating back to 1234. It was built by Stefan Vladislav, a medieval king of the Nemanjić dynasty, and was the second most important monastery in Serbia at the time, as it housed the remains and relics of St. Sava, the first Archbishop of the Serbian Orthodox Church. It played an important political and educational role during certain periods of history.
A new architectural and artistic movement in Serbian medieval art was established in monasteries, which is the true pioneer of the Morava style. Many monasteries were built based on this style, creating a new architectural style.
Ljubostinja Monastery is a medieval masterpiece built on the basis of love and is one of the most iconic symbols in central Serbia. It is one of the best examples of medieval Serbian architecture and was built at the place where, according to Serbian folklore, Prince Lazar and Princess Milica first met.
This is an Eastern Orthodox monastery located in the mountains, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The architecture of the monastery is ancient and solemn, displaying the characteristics and faith of Eastern Orthodoxy. Here, the monks live a simple and devout life, mainly through prayer, labor and contemplation, seeking inner peace and tranquility in a quiet environment. The interior of the monastery is beautifully decorated, with murals depicting biblical stories and worship of Christ, creating a solemn and devout atmosphere. For visitors, this is a place worth visiting, where you can learn about the beliefs and history of Eastern Orthodoxy and experience inner peace and tranquility in a peaceful environment.
