Žiča Monastery

Quick answer

Žiča is an early 13th-century monastery built by Stefan the First-Crowned and Saint Sava. It was the seat of the Serbian archbishop from 1219 to 1253, and by tradition the coronation church of Serbian kings.

Quick facts

Type: Monastery
Where: Kraljevo
Time needed: 1 hour
Entry: Free
Last checked: 1 Nov 2026

What to see

The church painted in striking red
Frescoes inside the Church of the Holy Dormition
Its central place in medieval Serbian history

Map

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Getting there

It is just outside Kraljevo, a short drive or taxi ride from town.

Good to know

It is a working monastery, so dress modestly. Mataruška Banja is close by, if you want to combine the two.

Stay nearby

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Sources

Wikipedia: Žiča (facts, CC BY-SA)
Serbia SuperFan: Kraljevo guide

Checked online 1 Nov 2026. Prices, hours and access change; confirm before you travel.