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Lazar's Canyon – the most important information
Lazarus Canyon is located close the town of Zlot, near Bor. It is the deepest and longest canyon in eastern Serbia. Due to the steep cliffs and inaccessible parts, it has not yet been fully explored. There are about 70 caves in the canyon, of which only some have been discovered and are available for touring, under the name of Zlotska Cave. The whole canyon is about 9 km long.
Characteristics of Lazar's Canyon
On the south side of the canyon rises the mountain Malinik. In the narrowest parts, it is only three or four meters wide, and the Zlotska River, which flows through it in some places, passes between connected stone blocks that form natural bridges. In addition to imposing limestone valleys and unexplored pits, the canyon is enriched with over seven hundred and twenty plant species. In addition to flora, there is a diverse fauna in the form of invertebrates, amphibians, birds such as the bald eagle and mountain woodpecker, as well as wolves, chamois and jackals. The altitude of 1.200 meters promises a breathtaking view and an abundance of greenery and clean air that are priceless. The canyon belongs to the protected natural asset of the first category and is one of the most significant reliefs in the Balkans.
On the south side of the canyon rises the mountain Malinik. In the narrowest parts, it is only three or four meters wide, and the Zlotska River, which flows through it in some places, passes between connected stone blocks that form natural bridges. In addition to imposing limestone valleys and unexplored pits, the canyon is enriched with over seven hundred and twenty plant species. In addition to flora, there is a diverse fauna in the form of invertebrates, amphibians, birds such as the bald eagle and mountain woodpecker, as well as wolves, chamois and jackals. The altitude of 1.200 meters promises a breathtaking view and an abundance of greenery and clean air that are priceless. The canyon belongs to the protected natural asset of the first category and is one of the most significant reliefs in the Balkans.
What to see in the canyon
To tour the canyon, you need an experienced guide who will direct you to the right places and show you the most beautiful landscapes. Reaching such places is possible on foot or by truck.
If you have an exploratory spirit and you are fascinated by archaeology, be sure to visit the following caves:
To tour the canyon, you need an experienced guide who will direct you to the right places and show you the most beautiful landscapes. Reaching such places is possible on foot or by truck.
If you have an exploratory spirit and you are fascinated by archaeology, be sure to visit the following caves:
- Lazarus Cave
- Vrenjikica
- Hajducica
- Manda's Cave
For an unforgettable view, there are two most famous viewpoints:
- Viewpoint on Dubasnica: It can be reached on foot or by truck
- Viewpoint Kovej: Also available for car vehicles
How to get to Lazar's Canyon?
Lazarus Canyon is twenty kilometers away from the center of Bor and two hundred and thirty from Belgrade. It can be reached by a marked trail from the center of Zlot or Lazar's cave.
Lazarus Canyon is twenty kilometers away from the center of Bor and two hundred and thirty from Belgrade. It can be reached by a marked trail from the center of Zlot or Lazar's cave.
- By car: Drive from Bor for about an hour, following state roads 161 and 389. You can join state road 161 from Stari banjski put road, and near Bor Lake, there is a connection to road 389 that takes you all the way to the canyon.
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