Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts building, Academic institution on Knez Mihailova Street, Belgrade, Serbia
The Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts building is a structure with a prominent central dome surrounded by three street-facing facades decorated with elaborate ornamentation. It contains halls and spaces designed for lectures, exhibitions, and scholarly gatherings.
The building was completed in 1924 and established as the home for an institution dedicated to advancing science and culture. Its creation reflected broader efforts in the early 20th century to strengthen education and scholarly research throughout Serbia.
The building is a place where scientists, scholars, and artists gather to present their work and collaborate on research projects. You can observe how intellectual life unfolds through the regular activities and meetings that shape the daily rhythm inside.
The site sits in central Belgrade on an active street and is easy to reach on foot from other downtown attractions. It helps to visit during daytime hours when the building is accessible and the surrounding area bustles with foot traffic.
The sculptures on the exterior depict commerce and industry, reflecting what society valued when the building was constructed. These artistic details reveal much about how progress and knowledge were understood in the early 20th century.
Location: Belgrade
GPS coordinates: 44.81793,20.45642
Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:40
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