Monument to Josif Pančić

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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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