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Kragujevac, Industrial center in central Serbia

Kragujevac stands along the Lepenica River in central Serbia, encompassing both traditional neighborhoods and modern industrial zones across its urban landscape.

Between 1818 and 1841, Kragujevac served as the capital of Serbia, establishing fundamental institutions including the first Serbian high school and military academy.

The Memorial Park Kragujevac October preserves the memory of civilians executed in 1941, featuring monuments and educational exhibits about the World War II period.

The University of Kragujevac operates multiple faculties throughout the city, providing higher education to students from the entire Šumadija region.

The first Serbian newspaper, Novine Srbske, began publication in Kragujevac, marking the birth of Serbian journalism and printed media.

Location: Kragujevac City

Inception: 1476

Elevation above the sea: 180 m

Website: https://kragujevac.ls.gov.rs/

Website: https://kragujevac.ls.gov.rs

GPS coordinates: 44.01303,20.91925

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:23

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