Belgrade gay scene
A Gay Guide to Belgrade
Serbia is not a % liberal nation. It is extremely traditional, and if we are totally straightforward, there might be some complexities regarding gay acceptance. On the other hand, being the main capital city of Serbia, it has many benefits because Belgrade, compared to other Eastern European countries, is much safer for male lover travellers.
While years ago the Belgrade Pride suffered bans, the last four successive parades have passed with no incidents; that is a massive hope and development for the future.
There are a lot of places in Belgrade which are gay friendly and safe. A lot of gay-friendly cafes, bars, and clubs are beginning to operate in this metropolis. While there is no strictly gay venue, the places mentioned are incredibly inclusive as well as everyone is welcome with an open mind and open arms.
Gay-Friendly Clubs and Bars in Belgrade
Visiting Belgrade must be included in your bucket list, as you will be bombarded with many things to do and see. One of the best highlights of the gay Belgrade tour is visiting some of the best bars and clubs in the area. Here
Hotels for gays
Serbia
Serbia has a developing same-sex attracted scene, mainly in Belgrade. The urban area has several gay-friendly bars, clubs, and events. Most of the gay nightlife is in Dorćol and Savamala.
Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city, is also welcoming to Homosexual travelers. The town hosts EXIT Festival, which attracts a diverse crowd. While there are fewer dedicated gay venues, many bars and cafes are inclusive.
Serbia has many attractions worth visiting. In Belgrade, see Kalemegdan Fortress and Skadarlija, the city’s historic district. Novi Unhappy offers Petrovaradin Fortress and the Danube River promenade. Tara National Park and Đavolja Varoš (Devil’s Town) provide stunning natural landscapes.
Belgrade Celebration takes place every year, promoting Gay visibility and rights. The event has grown in assist, with increasing participation from locals and visitors. Some cultural events, such as the Merlinka Gender non-conforming Film Festival, also highlight LGBTQ+ topics.
Public transport is free, but taxis and ride-sharing apps are more convenient. English is spoken in tourist areas, especially b
Serbia is a traditional country and quite conservative when it comes to LGBTQ+. Basically, it has a &#;don&#;t ask &#; don&#;t tell&#; mentality. However, being a capital has its perks, as the attitude in Belgrade is more relaxed and safer than the rest of the country. It is not as tolerant as the Western countries but also not totally are definitely developing. Belgrade has been chosen to host the EuroPride in September , which will be a historic moment since few prides were banned and the first turned into chaos and riots followed by questionable comments from some members of the government. The recent pride was a successful one, though. I&#;m gonna write about some cool gender non-conforming places and happenings. Before I originate writing about the bars and parties, I have to speak of the Pride Info Center. It is close to the city center and you can find there all information related to LGBTQ+. Moreover, there are different happenings, presentations, interesting debates and exhibitions.
Poslednja Šansa at Dim
The whole Cetinjska 15 Street area (a complex of a converted beer factory with l
The Scourge of Homosexuality
Serbia is in the throes of changing from a rough war-torn society to a free-thinking free-enterprise nation of progress. Having suffered from its own aggressions as well Nato&#;s bombs in the 90&#;s there is little tolerance now for outside interference or for social experiments. Homosexuality is treated as a scourge with no legitimacy, no legal protections or cultural recognition. &#;Gay Life in Serbia&#; is an almost nonexistent scene. In all of Serbia there are only two known queer bars.
Compiled by Richard Ammon
March
The following story was taken from the Belgrade Labris Lesbian web site:
Lost Hope
Gay and lesbian existence in Serbia is mostly based on leading a double-life. Gays and lesbians live in complete isolation and silence. There are only rare activists who are heroic to speak openly in public or on television. Being an out woman loving woman or gay is a perilous social phenomenon in Serbia.
There are people who even think that existence gay or lesbian is something imported from the West, something that spoils Serbian youth. During Slobodan M