Bijeljina is a charming town offering a unique combination of rich history, natural beauty, and all set on the banks of the Sava River, a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. People who love nature will be delighted with the picturesque landscapes around Bijeljina. Semberija Park offers tranquil escapes, with lush greenery, tranquil lakes and walking paths.
The nearby Bijeljina City Park is a favorite among locals, with well-kept gardens, a charming lake and numerous recreational facilities. For history lovers, Bijeljina’s monuments will be attractive, such as the Church of St. Basil of Ostrog, a beautiful Serbian Orthodox church known for its refined architecture and exquisite frescoes. Another place worth visiting is the ethno-village of Stanisici, a beautifully preserved complex that shows the traditional way of life in the area.
Tavna Monastery
This monastery is a cultural monument and is under state protection. It belongs to the dioceses of Zvornik and Tuzla.The monastery is one of the oldest buildings in this area (Semberija and Majevica). Throughout its history, it shared the fate of its inhabitants and was the spiritual and cultural center of the Serbian nation of this region.
The monastery church was probably painted with frescoes in the early 17th century, as the modest remains of frescoes closely resemble the frescoes of the Žitomislić and Ozren monasteries, which were created in 1608-1609.
The Tavna monastery is easily reached by asphalt roads from Bijeljina, Loznica, Zvornik and Ugljevik.
Semberija Museum
The Semberija Museum in Bijeljina, housed in the city’s oldest building, is a symbol of the area’s rich history. This cultural institution includes four main exhibition halls and additional space for temporary exhibitions.
The archaeological collection presents remains from the Neolithic to the Late Middle Ages, including a significant collection of Cyrillic inscriptions and Roman stone monuments.
The ethnological exhibition gives insight into the rural life of Semberija and the culture of old Bijeljina.
The history of Bijeljina, from the first source records until the 20th century, is highlighted by photographs of old buildings and artifacts. The museum is also known for annual events such as the May Fair and the Bijeljina Biennale.
Monastery of St. Basil of Ostrog
The dominant monastic motif of this complex is a bell tower with a clock over 30 meters high. Because it can be seen from all sides, it has become a symbol of the monastery and a landmark for people traveling around Bijeljina.
In one part of the monastery complex there is the temporary residence of the Bishop of Zvornik-Tuzla, Mr. Vasily, then a museum with an area of 400 m2, a dining room, a ceremonial hall, offices, a library, a living space, a lecture hall, cells for monks, a candlestick with an icon and a souvenir shop, etc. All buildings are functionally connected by a brick fence surrounding the monastery complex.
Ethno Village Stanisici
Etno Village Stanisici is located on the outskirts of Bijeljina. The ethno village “Stanišići” brings us back to our ancestors and nature and makes us admire the simplicity of the ancient way of life. The ethno village “Stanišići” was founded in 2003 thanks to the inspiration of Boris Stanišić.
For several years he traveled through the Serb villages of central Bosnia in search of old houses and objects that would preserve the idea of the time and culture of life of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The result is an authentic mountain village in the middle of the Semberija plain.
Today, two units stand out in the village, one depicting secular life and one built of wood. It is made up of wooden houses – log cabins with furniture that has belonged to them for centuries. The houses are connected by paved paths, and in the center of the village there are two lakes, as well as a space intended for the presentation of ancient folk skills, two authentic mills, and the monastery of Father Saint Nicholas, where some of the relics of this saint are kept.
Dvorovi Spa Resort
The health resort has an excellent location 6 km from the town of Bijeljina – connected by a bicycle path, 14 km from the border crossing with Serbia and uses a unique natural resource – a source of hot water (75˚C). Existing spa options include a spa, hotel, five outdoor swimming pools, health center, restaurant, park and sports fields).
