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Well-preserved ancient city, a pity that is so poorly attended. It is enough to close your eyes, standing in the middle of the former hall of which other imposing columns and you will feel like you're back 1500 years ago.

Although there are precious few buildings remaining, this is a UNESCO site well worth seeing.I strongly urge any visitor to Felix Romuliana to visit the Muzej Zaječar (National Musuem in Zaječar) PRIOR to visiting the actual site. There are many artifacts in the museum which came from Felix Romulianan as well as a large model denoting an artist's conception of what the palace might have looked like. Seeing the museum first will orient you once you reach the site.Felix Romuliana was designed for the "retirement" of Emperor Galerius but he didn't live long enough to complete his 20 year role as Emperor. The site was not a fortress although it was impressively fortified (since it's close to what was the eastern extent of the Roman Empire). After being sacked (presumably by Attila the Hun), this site was later used as a church property (5th C), a Byzantium settlement (6th C), and a medieval settlement (11th C) but these later modifications are not visible today.Nearby is the site of the apotheosis (deification) of Galerius and his mother, Romula. There is very little at this site. The sacred rituals performed there were very rare but, I thought, quite interesting. This site was chosen by Galerius because it was a sacred hill near where he was born.I visited in December when the site was closed for the season. This meant no food, no guides, just me. But, all parts of the site were open.

We got there fairly late and as a tour was about to leave and the site was to close, but luck would have it that when the guest is not from Serbia, we were given a little time to stay and visit.We were there just as the waxing moon was rising full to the east and saw it come up between the ancient columns. There's neat mosaics and hefty stone wall around the site. It reminded me of the Salinas Pueblos ruins in New Mexico in some ways. I hope to go back at my leisure and visit again.

Felix Romuliana was palace of Roman Emperor Galerius, built in the area where he was born. It was named after the Emperor's mother, Romula and Felix is translated as divine. So this was palace of Divine Romula. Emperor and his mother are buried approx. 1 km away from the palace. The palace is one of the most preserved Roman sites in Serbia. It is located near town Zajecar. Entrance ticket is 250 dinars (approx. 2,5 eur).

My "average" rating is a reflection of the organization and management of the site as an attraction, rather than of its historical significance. If you are interested in the Roman Empire and the significance of this site you are advised to organize a guide when visiting Felix Romuliana or read up on it beforehand, as the interpretation panels and exhibitions are not particularly helpful.It is a large site requiring a fair amount of walking on uneven surfaces. Most of it is in the open with no natural shade and nowhere to sit (other than on the ruins themselves). However, there is a small cafe with plenty of shade should you need it.There are two exhibition spaces: the first is in part of the walled defenses as you enter the site and houses some of the architectural elements of the palace (a better collection of these is in the nearby museum in Zajeczar); the second is semi-open air and has models of how the palace may have looked and more of the factual history of the site. Again, if you have a guide these displays will mean so much more. As it is some ways out of town and a destination in itself, Felix Romuliana is not somewhere you would consider going to when passing by. It really is one for the serious Roman history enthusiasts.

...you cand almost visualise nobles in togues walking around, and peasants working in the palace and in the nearby idilic fields. It is like a sudden leap back in time when you go there... Go during the summer. It is a fantastic scenery,

A roman palace from IV century, and UNESCO world heritage site some 11 kilometers from Zaječar. It is a nice place to spend an evening/ afternoon. There is a souvenir shop inside and a caffee.

Even though most of the services weren't working as we came in the middle of winter, the site itself was open and in very good shape. The ruins are well-preserved and we enjoyed the visit being the only two people at the site. Just note that when you come in winter, the box office isn't open and the first thing we saw were two barking dogs running towards us. Fortunately the caretaker came a few minutes later, selling us tickets.To understand the site fully, it is recommended to visit the Archaeology museum in Zajeczar, which hosts a model of Felix Romuliana and many mosaics, statues and other foundings from the site.

Great place to visit. We were super lucky to have amazing guide who was there for us to help us discover this place. Amazing , amazing. I could spend five more hours, it was just supebt interesting and fantastic.

Felix Romuliana may be a bit off the beaten track, but it is an amazing Roman site for those interested in the history of the period. The palace above ground is extremely well preserved and subsurface investigation has indicated the presence of a separate town site larger than what is visible, below the ground. Like many Serbian sites you are free to walk the site with few restrictions and the curator of the site is extremely well informed and helpful.

The site is big and there is only limited signage, and unfortunately (like so many Museums!) most of it focusses on the architectural aspects rather than the way people actually lived on this site.However it is really worth spending an hour or two and exploring these amazing Roman ruins.There is an old tower filled with beautiful stone carvings and mosaics, and many well preserved columns and decorative architectural pieces.The entrance gate and the recently excavated south gate are the most intact sections of the site, and the area with the roman columns around the beautiful marble urn the most memorable.It is mind-boggling to imagine how much may still lie underground in the areas they haven't been able to yet dig up. Regarding visitor facilities, there is a small kiosk selling mainly drinks and icecreams, an office with souvenirs and books, etc and an excellent new toilet block.

The archaeological site itself is, by itself, well preserved and kept, but the people working there are the ones that make it special. All of them will do their best to make your visit an unforgettable experience by their knowledge, skills and endless positive energy.

Beautiful historical place protected by UNESCO...Place away just a few kilometers from the town of Zajecar. City known for good beer Zajecharsko .. Also Felix Romuliana is 10 kilometers away from the mountain Rtanj. A place that leaves you breathless and which incorporates the spirit of the past Trail of a great empire-Roman Empire. Must see to experience

Perfect place for a walk in the nature, especially if you wish to add some cultural effect to it. Well preserved and it gives you the feel of old days life. There is an English speaking guide and refreshments on site. There is also an all day long exhibit of findings on site.A must see UNESCO World Heritage Site!!!

This unique and little known UNESCO site is a bit off the beaten track but well worth the effort if you are in central Serbia.There are quite extensive remains of a Roman palace built by the emperor Galerius Maximianus in the 3rd and 4th centuries AD.The comprises remains of the fortifications, temples and baths and is overlooked on a nearby hill by the strange twin mounds of the tombs of the emperor and his mother.The site is officially closed from November 30 but I went there in December and was allowed to buy tickets and access the site by the security guards although there were no guides or other facilities.Just to emphasis how much archaeology there is in the area, the recently plowed field next to the site was littered with pieces of Roman brick and pot shards.The entry price was very small and being the only tourist there added to the whole experience.