Lepenski Vir
Lepenski Vir
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Lepenski Vir is a prehistoric archaeological site located in the strict nature’s reserve of Djerdap National Park, which is in the vicinity of Donji Milanovac. The intensive archaeological research of Djerdap Gorge area, carried out between 1965 and 1970, revealed several prehistoric settlements, but only the settlement of Lepenski Vir is characterised with such unique findings and continuous existence through centuries. During the excavations, seven phases of the settlement and 136 buildings were revealed. They were built 8,500 years ago. People lived od this location for olmost 2000 years.The discovered, systematically built settlements – sanctuaries, tools made of bones, horn and stone, jewellery, signs carved into items made of bones and stone, and monumental sculptures made of sandstone – have changed the scientific picture about the Neolithic Period of Europe.The unique urbanism and architecture of the culture of Lepenski Vir are recognised by the characteristic building foundations – of houses or sanctuaries, and by the stone sculptures, the oldest monumental stone plastic in Europe. The sculptures represented gods of the inhabitants of Lepenski Vir, some kind of stone idols, which were shown as the entire human figure or only as the characteristically shaped head.
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Hermann B
Dzialdowo, Poland21 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
If you’re a history or archaeology enthusiast, Lepenski Vir is an absolute must-visit! Nestled along the stunning Danube River, this site takes you back thousands of years to one of Europe’s earliest settled communities.
The highlight for me was the unique trapezoidal houses and the beautifully preserved sculptures of river deities—truly a fascinating glimpse into how our ancestors lived and worshipped. The museum is modern, well-organized, and offers detailed explanations of the site’s significance. There’s also a great viewing platform where you can admire the surrounding natural beauty of the Danube.
What I appreciated most was how accessible and engaging the museum made the history—whether you’re a scholar or just casually interested in ancient cultures, there’s something for everyone. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly, and the exhibits are very well presented.
Pro tip: Combine your visit with a drive through the Djerdap National Park for some breathtaking views!
I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Serbia. It’s not just a trip; it’s a journey back in time!
The highlight for me was the unique trapezoidal houses and the beautifully preserved sculptures of river deities—truly a fascinating glimpse into how our ancestors lived and worshipped. The museum is modern, well-organized, and offers detailed explanations of the site’s significance. There’s also a great viewing platform where you can admire the surrounding natural beauty of the Danube.
What I appreciated most was how accessible and engaging the museum made the history—whether you’re a scholar or just casually interested in ancient cultures, there’s something for everyone. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly, and the exhibits are very well presented.
Pro tip: Combine your visit with a drive through the Djerdap National Park for some breathtaking views!
I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Serbia. It’s not just a trip; it’s a journey back in time!
Written December 28, 2024
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Dave C
Alexandria, VA1,618 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Oh No, Mr. Bill! This is a 6000-year old site where the locals fished and worshiped a big iron-rich mountain and made sculptures that look like SNL's Mr. Bill. It's interesting if the tour is perhaps a bit long due to the river cruises depositing a lot of people here. The history part is interesting if a bit conjectural.
Written October 16, 2024
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John S
Bedford, UK357 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
We booked the Lepenski Vir trip from a Viking cruise on the Danube and are so glad we did! The excavations were moved to the current display site because of the raised level of the river when the Iron Gate locks were built. The exhibition is housed in a glass and metal building, which must be green house hot in the summer, but the display rooms and the layered excavations are remarkable, showing habitation from about 10,000 BC to 6,000 BC. The pottery and artwork take your breath away. It is a humbling and inspiring experience. Not to be missed.
Written October 23, 2024
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Amy M
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Aug 2024 • Friends
I had never heard of this archeological site until it was offered as an excursion on a Danube riverboat cruise I took. The visit turned out to be one of my favorite excursions on the trip (despite the extreme heat of an afternoon visit.) The museum’s documentary showing the discovery of the site in the 1960’s was informative (though the wacky soundtrack was distracting at times.) The fish head sculptures were fascinating, as was the display of the homes in the small village. Although this museum may be a bit off the beaten path, it is well worth a visit if you are in the area.
Written August 20, 2024
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jeaned
Hoorn, The Netherlands313 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
The location was well indicated. From the parking lot down the stairs and then follow the path. Also at this special sight it is very quiet in terms of visitors.
Due to the construction of the dam, the water in the Danube has become much higher, so the entire site has been moved here. The original site is now underwater. You can see the oldest remains of (village) habitation in Europe, which makes it special.
The place is covered by a kind of greenhouse, which makes it very warm inside in the summer.
Entrance RSD 600 (EUR 6 pp), can be done with pin. A film is being made around the discovery of the site. Nice, but gives little information (English subtitled).
Human remains have been found and can be seen from different habitation periods.
Due to the construction of the dam, the water in the Danube has become much higher, so the entire site has been moved here. The original site is now underwater. You can see the oldest remains of (village) habitation in Europe, which makes it special.
The place is covered by a kind of greenhouse, which makes it very warm inside in the summer.
Entrance RSD 600 (EUR 6 pp), can be done with pin. A film is being made around the discovery of the site. Nice, but gives little information (English subtitled).
Human remains have been found and can be seen from different habitation periods.
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Written August 19, 2024
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BalkrishnaShroff
Mumbai, India26,963 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
Thank GOD we were in a Danube river cruise otherwise we would, on our own, never ever have reached at this so important place of great historical importance. It is located in a village Boljetin near Donji Milanovc, Serbia. This site was found by a group pf Serbian archaeologists in 1960. As they found some success initially they excavated more and more. In 1967 they informed the rest of the world about this ancient 8000 years old civilization. The population of that time was very skilled. The way they built their houses, it looked they had a great knowledge of architecture. They respected their ancestors and the way they were buried depended on their status (see pictures). There are hundreds of artefacts and well preserved human bodies which are worth seeing. Now it's a part of Derdap National Park along with Iron Gate which is recognized as UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK.
Before entering the park we were shown a short film about this place. Luckily we had a guide who explained to us everything in detail.
Not to be missed..
Before entering the park we were shown a short film about this place. Luckily we had a guide who explained to us everything in detail.
Not to be missed..
Written September 17, 2024
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Allan & Amy T
Edmonton, Canada389 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
The place is located approximately 10 minutes walk from the parking lot
The path is lined up with trees and plants that are well-labeled. Looking across the river is a huge bare hilltop with different coloration(due to the presence of iron contents)
The museum is entirely made of glass panels that curve towards the river.
There is a presentation theatre , when it is filled with people it becomes quite stuffy. The recorded film is ok
It is a good place to learn about early civilization, how the early tribes survive, and how it forms the foundation of a family unit.
The path is lined up with trees and plants that are well-labeled. Looking across the river is a huge bare hilltop with different coloration(due to the presence of iron contents)
The museum is entirely made of glass panels that curve towards the river.
There is a presentation theatre , when it is filled with people it becomes quite stuffy. The recorded film is ok
It is a good place to learn about early civilization, how the early tribes survive, and how it forms the foundation of a family unit.
Written October 20, 2023
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HopeAbounds
Los Osos, CA157 contributions
Jun 2023
We saw this museum as an optional excursion on a Viking river cruise along the Danube. It was well worth our time. The excavations and interpretations made the history of this 8000 year old site come to life.
Written July 4, 2023
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DollyBirdScotland
Scotland485 contributions
May 2023
Despite being an archaeological graduate [admittedly in the past century] I hadn't heard about this site! It was also used in the Serbian movie 'Ivana the Terrible'. It's well worth the stop if you are in the Iron Gates region even if you are not that interested in archaeology as they really make it accessible and simple to learn about. The site/museum is set in beautiful woodlands and has exhibits and an excellent film from the 60s which eerily documents the discovery of this highly unusual, almost preternatural, culture of humans.
Written May 25, 2023
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William P
Glendale, AZ1,243 contributions
Apr 2022
Lepenski Vir is an absolute "Must Do" if you are anywhere in the area. It was discovered quite by accident when the governments of Romania and Yugoslavia decided to build the Iron Gates Dam on the Danube. Archaeologists set out to see what was going to be buried by the ensuing lake which would be manufactured by the damming of the river. They came upon this village that is more than 10,000 years old (8000 years BCE!). Over 130 skeletons were discovered, basically intact! The entire village was able to be reconstructed and moved to higher ground so as not to be drowned. The Serbian government has built an exhibit center around it so that it won't be further destroyed. Be sure and watch the 17-minute homemade movie of the actual discovery - fascinating!
Written April 18, 2022
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Written September 10, 2023
Is it an easy area to walk to and around?
Written September 10, 2023
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Written June 24, 2019
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