Stari Ras and Sopoćani

Overview

On the outskirts of Stari Ras, the first capital of Serbia, there is an impressive group of medieval monuments consisting of fortresses, churches and monasteries. The monastery at Sopoćani is a reminder of the contacts between Western civilization and the Byzantine world.

Selection Criteria

(i)(iii)

Components(4 locations)

• •St. Peter's Church96-003
• •Sopoćani Monastery96-002
• •Mediaeval Town of Ras96-001
• •Monastery of Djurdjevi Stupovi96-004

Details

Countries

Serbia

ISO Codes

RS

Area

198.72 ha

Coordinates

43.1189, 20.4228