Pobednik

Pobednik is a bronze sculpture standing about 14 meters high on a Doric column in Belgrade Fortress, depicting a male figure holding a falcon and sword. The statue sits at a high point where the Sava and Danube rivers meet, making it visible across much of the cityscape.

The monument was built in 1928 to commemorate Serbian victories in the Balkan Wars and World War I against Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian forces. It came after years of planning that reflected how important these military successes were to the nation.

The name translates to Victory and represents Serbian military success celebrated throughout the country. When you visit, you notice people marking moments of national importance and reflecting on the past here.

The monument sits in the Upper Town of Belgrade Fortress and is easy to spot from above since it rises well above everything around it. From here you can look out in all directions and see the river landscape and much of the city spread out below.

The statue sparked public debate when it was unveiled because of its depiction of male nudity, a controversial choice in the 1920s that shaped where it was finally placed. Its location outside the central area means many visitors to the city walk past without ever noticing it stands there.

Location: Belgrade

Inception: 1928

Architects: Ivan Meštrović

Creator: Ivan Meštrović

Height: 14 m

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 44.82312,20.44770

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:25