Belgrade: The White Emigration in Serbia in the Wake of the Russian Revolution

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Overview

After the Bolshevik revolution, between 1 to 2 million people left Russia over three years. Up to a hundred thousand ended up in the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes. This influx of people certainly wasn't trivial for a country with a small population. Russian emigration certainly left a very notable mark in the capital city of Belgrade. Was it a good or bad mark? Let's walk around, observe and figure it out for ourselves.

Why did most Russian emigrants settle here? What are Nansen passports and why are they being mentioned again today? How did Serbia dare to do what even stronger countries never would - to host a fully-trained and even partially-weaponised army of another country? Let’s find out! And while we do, let's try to solve a challenging question - how would you organise such an army in exile in a way that it would not:
- overthrow anyone,
- conquer parts of the country,
- or starve to death.

That's what makes it such a wonderful country! Join us!

What's Included

  • A guide
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks

Meeting Location

Meeting point

St. Mark Orthodox Church, Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 17, Beograd, Serbia

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We will meet in front of the main entrance of St. Mark's Cathedral.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Holy Trinity Church

We will walk to the Russian church where Baron Wrangel is buried.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

House of the National Assembly of the Republic of Serbia

While walking through a picturesque, formerly royal park, we will look for a "Russian footprint" in the city's architecture: we will see the Serbian Parliament and the buildings of the post office, the General Staff and ministries. We will talk about the contribution of Russian architects to Belgrade's current appearance and why this is not acknowledged quite so straightforwardly.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Palace

We will pass by the Royal Palaces and the monument to Nicholas II. And this is a wonderful opportunity to talk about the special relationship between these two dynasties.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hotel Moskva

We'll take a walk down a street that used to be filled with craft workshops and is now taken over by designers. In the luxurious interiors of the "Moskva" Hotel, we'll have a coffee and try the "Moskva" and "Aurora" cakes, prepared according to a half-century-old recipe. And while we're there, why not take a peek at Belgrade's beau monde?!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Theatre

We will walk to the National Theatre, where Russian ballerinas performed and scenic designers, choreographers, and directors worked. We will learn about "street songs" and find out who is worth remembering with kind words whenever you hear a choir singing in Serbia.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Serbian Academy of Science and Art

We will see Belgrade University and the Academy of Sciences and Arts, and we will talk about the fate of emigrant scientists.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nemanjina

We will visit the Gavrilo Princip square and talk about the role of the First World War and this incident's role in world history. And, of course, we will visit many places that Russian emigrants would visit a century ago. Places that still stand today and are open for us to visit!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-208304P47

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