Life on belgradestreets is as much about music as it is architecture, graffiti and cafe life. Belgrade and those who live and work here know how to party. Music of every shade is alive and well in venues all over the city and further afield. These images, captured on my iPhone and published originally on … Continue reading zaz
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passage to pašić
My first post for June was inspired by getting lost en route to a meeting earlier last week. Prominent among the hidden joys of belgradestreets are the myriad passageways, alleys and hidden courtyards. Easy to spend hours wandering and exploring. This passage, between Terazije and Trg Nikola Pašić, has the lot, oh and a gratuitous … Continue reading passage to pašić
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kosovke devojke
A final set of images from my contemplative weekend walk around the parks in the centre of Belgrade. Across the street from the fountains of Андрићев Венац, another small park composed of a few terraced areas shaded by trees. Along the side, steps run down past faded buildings. Graffiti once more adorns the walls. We … Continue reading kosovke devojke
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Андрићев Венац
Ivo Andrić (1892 - 1975) lived through the turbulent first half of the twentieth century witnessing two World Wars and the rise and fall of various forms of revolution and totalitarianism. In 1961 he won the Nobel Prize for literature. Among the books lining my shelves is a compilation of stories “The Damned Yard and … Continue reading Андрићев Венац
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пионирски парк
The script for my original post for this weekend developed an interesting plot twist. About which more in due course. Possibly. Reflecting on the reason for my change in plan, I decided to take a quiet stroll through one of Belgrade's many parks. I remember being surprised when first looking at Belgrade on Google Earth … Continue reading пионирски парк
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stari savski most
"Earth has not anything to show more fair: Dull would be he of soul who could pass by A sight so touching in its majesty: This city now doth, like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent bare, Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie Open unto the fields, and to the sky; … Continue reading stari savski most
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возови и графити
Graffiti is a hallmark of belgradestreets. Not just the streets, sometimes it seems that any vertical surface is pressed into service as a canvas to express someone's ideas. I captured these images during my visit to the station on Saturday. I feel they deserve a post of their own, I hope you agree. The messages … Continue reading возови и графити
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glavna železnička stanica
Railway stations are the stuff of romantic dreams, assignations and intrigue. Countless films have revolved around journeys by train, the destinations, the lives of those who travel, or simply sit drinking coffee, waiting... There is something about the atmosphere of anticipation that lifts the spirit. Carriages lined up, waiting to be hauled off to far … Continue reading glavna železnička stanica
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Трг Републике
Трг Републике or Republic Square lies close to the heart of Belgrade. A popular meeting point for locals and tourists. The home of a mobile blood bank. Once the site of the Stambol Gate at the time when Belgrade was surrounded by a moat. The only water in evidence now the fountain in the terraced … Continue reading Трг Републике
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kalenić pijaca
Kalenić pijaca is one of Belgrade's wonderful green markets. Situated at the end of Njegoševa, surrounded by cafes and restaurants, kafanas. Just about anything you may wish to buy is on offer here. Although the first thing that caught my eye was a display of bags for vacuüm cleaners. Small shops, groceries, bakeries, fishmongers and … Continue reading kalenić pijaca
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