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Čačak » Čačak| 81 ExperienceČačak and all its beauty Theplannedactivitiesof theČačakNativeprogramme will contribute to the development of the city’s cultural offer and the quality of Čačak’s cultural life, as well as attracting audiences fromall across Serbia andaround the region.TheCity of Čačakwill place a focus on the distinctive wealth and diversity of the region, while the main theme of all proposed activities is people, in particular their creativity, resultsand influences that expandbeyond the confines of the local narrative, and even the national one. The city’s new cultural offer, which is based on the specific cultural identity of the Morava region, and the proposedprogramme,which is set tostartonthefirstday of next spring, is characterised by a balanced approach Se r b i an cap i ta l of cu lt ur e 202 3 Čačak is the first city to carry the Serbian capital of culture title. Fromthe first day of spring 2023, under the programme concept “Čačanska rodna” [Čačak Native], the name for whichwas inspired by a famous local plumvariety, wewill enjoy numerous cultural events and areas of unique natural beauty to heritage and the synergy of past, present and future. It was no accident that Čačak was selected. The city, which is located in the area that divides the Šumadija hills and the Dinaric Alps, represents a veritable bridge between north and south, at the very heart of the state of Serbia.This dynamic urban centre on theWestMorava, with its modern aspirations and a tumultuous history, was built on a spot where the tracks of civilisation can be traced back thousands of years. Čačak is a city of historical monuments, but also modern infrastructure. The city is approximately a 90-minute drive from Belgrade, and Nikola Tesla Airport, via Highway A2 - Miloš the Great. Thanks to Čačak’s famous hospitality and widely renowned cuisine, the city and surrounding area represent an ideal destination for a daytrip in nature or an urban adventure for all generations. Pearl on theWestMorava There’s no better place than Čačak to confirm for yourself how geography determines the spirit of a city. As sturdy and robust as the surrounding mountain region, it is also as hospitable and tame as the valley of the West Morava river that runs through the city. Once the seat of the Nemanjić dynasty and the scene of battles Foto: Mihailo Erovic

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