Jeleč, Medieval fortress at Rogozna mountain near Novi Pazar, Serbia
The fortification stands at 1,262 meters altitude with walls reaching 10 meters high and measures 45 meters in length and 35 meters in width.
The first records of Jeleč date from the 13th century, serving as a frontier point between Serbian territories and Bulgarian and Byzantine regions.
The fortress acted as the center of župa, an administrative district in medieval Serbia, reflecting the organizational structure of the Nemanjić dynasty period.
Visitors need to hike 4 to 5 kilometers to reach the fortification, which contains remains of living quarters, a cistern, and three water wells.
Near this fortress, King Dragutin fell from his horse in 1282, breaking his leg and leading to the transfer of power to his brother Milutin.
Location: Novi Pazar
GPS coordinates: 43.02611,20.56083
Latest update: March 14, 2025 07:00
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