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Europe/Belgrade |
prokuplje time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Introduction to Prokuplje, Serbia
Prokuplje is the capital of the southern Serbian state of Toplica, located on the banks of the Toplica River, a tributary of the South Morava, about 250 kilometers from the capital city of Belgrade. The city is an important transportation hub and historical and cultural center of Serbia.
Historical and Cultural Characteristics
Prokuplje has a long history, dating back to Roman times, with the ruins of a 6th century Byzantine church. The mosque and bell tower built during the Ottoman Empire still stand in the center of the city. The annual "Prokupri Cultural Summer", held in July, focuses on local traditional music, dance and handicrafts.
Economy and Transportation
As an important rail and road junction between Serbia and Northern Macedonia, Prokuplje's economy is based on agro-processing, textiles and tourism. The surrounding mountains are rich in grapes and fruit, and the local winemaking industry is quite distinctive. The Jelasnica Monastery in the eastern part of the city is an important religious tourist attraction.
Natural and Tourist Resources
The city is surrounded by the Kopaonik and Radocin mountains, which are rich in hot springs. The nearby Kuršumlija Spa Resort is famous for its healing properties. The Prokuplje Museum has a large collection of archaeological finds from the Roman period, including valuable mosaic floors and ancient coins.
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Today is 2026-02-25
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