Monument to Josif Pančić, Protected cultural monument in Academy Park, Stari Grad, Serbia.
The bronze sculpture stands 220 centimeters tall, depicting Josif Pančić holding a magnifying glass and a twig, with books at his feet.
The monument was designed by sculptor Đorđe Jovanović and unveiled in May 1897 in the presence of the King of Serbia.
The monument honors Josif Pančić, the first president of Serbian Royal Academy and pioneer in botanical research who discovered multiple plant species.
The monument remains accessible throughout the year in Academy Park, surrounded by other cultural landmarks and educational institutions of Belgrade.
This monument was the first public statue in full figure created by a Serbian artist and was exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1891.
Location: Stari Grad
Inception: 1987
Architects: Đorđe Jovanović
Address: Калемегдан 14, Београд 11000 11000
GPS coordinates: 44.81976,20.45750
Latest update: March 10, 2025 20:51
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