Lazar's Cave

Lazar's Cave is a show cave near Zlot in Serbia that extends for more than 16 kilometers through limestone bedrock. The underground passages contain numerous chambers with mineral formations including stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstone features created over thousands of years.

Mining engineer Felix Hoffman first explored and documented this cave system in 1882 during his scientific investigations. The discovery eventually led to its development as a public attraction, opening to visitors in 1953.

The cave bears the name of Prince Lazar, a notable Serbian ruler who met his end during the Battle of Kosovo in 1389.

The accessible route covers about 800 meters of marked and lit pathways available through guided tours. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and expect consistent underground temperatures around 9 to 12 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

The cave system shelters over 10,000 bats representing 17 different species that roost here during warmer months. This diversity makes the site an important habitat for these nocturnal creatures in the region.