Latin church in Prokuplje, Church and cultural monument in Prokuplje, Serbia

The Latin church is a religious building in Prokuplje located at the base of Hisar hill, displaying architectural features from different historical periods. The structure shows regional building traditions through its design and internal layout.

Archaeological excavations at this location uncovered remains of an ancient temple dedicated to Hercules. The discovery shows that the site has served as a place of worship since Roman times and was later transformed into a Christian church.

The name Jug Bogdan refers to the epic hero identified with Vratko Nemanjić, father of Princess Milica; tradition credits him with founding the church and ruling the area. In the 17th and 18th centuries the Dubrovnik merchant colony, Catholics who worshipped in Latin, used it as their church, giving rise to the name Latin Church.

The church stands on the Brana ridge, the only land approach to Hisar hill, at the foot of the fortress. The foundations of the early Christian basilica are visible around the building, and the ground is uneven. The site is in the town centre, near the old town church.

The church displays multiple construction phases visible in its walls and architectural elements. Careful observation reveals traces of renovations and modifications that span several centuries of use.