Is it safe to travel to the Balkans? Which countries are visa-free?

The Balkan Peninsula is a place where many Eastern European countries gather. It has very unique mountains and rivers, as well as many mysterious tribal cultural elements. It is a place worth traveling to. Below, I will share with you the details of Balkan Peninsula travel. Strategy guide.

At the end of March 2018, the Chinese Embassy in Albania issued a notice: Albania will open visa-free travel to China during the peak season from April 1, 2018 to October 31, 2018.

As soon as the news came out, Albania’s neighboring country, the Republic of Macedonia, immediately announced that the Macedonian government had passed a proposal to exempt citizens holding ordinary passports from visas with China, and said it would soon A mutual exemption agreement will be signed with China soon.

Impact

Albania has opened visa-free services, followed closely by Macedonia, and Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro have already opened visa-free services!

< p>(Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in 2008 and has not been recognized by China.)

All countries in the western Balkan Peninsula will soon open visa-free access to China. What is the "conspiracy" here?

With the purpose of finding out, Chuxingmiao traveled to these five countries in early April and was surprised to find: there is indeed something!

The Beauty of Conspiracy< /p>

The best travel must be paired with the most beautiful scenery. As the connection between the Eurasian continent, the Balkan Peninsula is bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the south and the Black Sea to the east. There are countless beautiful scenery.

Saranda has the most beautiful beaches and seaside, and is very literary and artistic. It is the most famous tourist city in Albania. The color of the blue-eyed spring will make people think of the blue eyes of southern Europeans. Breathtaking and unfathomable.

Pelister National Park can be said to be the best choice for hiking in Macedonia. It is rich in vegetation and has many wild animals. Remember to talk to the little guys you see on the road. A hello.

Durmitor National Park is located in Montenegro. It was formed by glaciers and is divided into above ground and underground rivers. There is the Tara River Canyon within it. Walking along the canyon, you can see the deepest canyon in Europe.

Vojvodina is known as the "province of three rivers" in Serbia. The Danube, Sava and Tisza rivers all flow through this area. It borders Romania, Hungary and Croatia to the east, north and west respectively. , beautiful scenery.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is considered the "back garden of European vacations". I didn't understand the meaning at first, but when I first came to the small waterfall town of Jajce, I discovered that the scenery of this country is actually like this. The magical and majestic Neretva Valley is even more unforgettable.

The natural scenery is so beautiful, with subtropical beach style and subarctic alpine forests. Traveling to the five countries will always give you the illusion of traveling around the world.

The History of Conspiracy

The Balkan Peninsula is nicknamed the "Powder Keg of Europe". Too many things have happened on this land, which has had a great impact on world history. The meaning of travel is to explore historical sites and remember history.

The ruins of Butrint have always been the pride of Albania. Humans have been inhabited since prehistoric times, and the glory of Greece, Rome and Byzantium have all appeared here.

Similar to the ruins of Butrint City, there is the Old City of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This old city, which was once an important city-state in the Roman Empire, is still suitable for life. Among them, Mostar The ancient bridge is the symbol of the entire old city.

Nis is the largest city in southeastern Serbia. It has been occupied by more than 10 national governments in history. Due to its strategic geographical location, it is also known as the "Gateway between the East and the West". Different ethnic groups The influence on Ni?'s cultural heritage is reflected in its architecture, food, art, music and lifestyle.

Kotor first appeared in historical records in the seventh century AD, and was controlled by Venice, Austria and other countries from the 15th century. It is one of the cities on the Adriatic coast that has the most complete preservation of the original appearance of a medieval ancient city. It is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and has a large number of places of interest, such as St. Tryphon's Cathedral built in 1166 in the old city and the ancient Cathedral that stretches for 4.5 kilometers over the city. city ??wall.

There are many ancient buildings in Skopje, Macedonia that tell stories: the Vada River Bridge built during Roman rule; the Turkish Castle and Kurshumli Inn built in the Middle Ages; built in the 15th century The Mustafa Pasha Mosque and the Sultan Murad Mosque; as well as the Nerezi Monastery built in 1164, etc. Go listen to it when you have time, it will definitely open your eyes to knowledge.

The history of the Balkan Peninsula is too long and too heavy. Walking on the streets, Chu Xing Miao always feels like traveling in China in a parallel world, a fresh and interesting experience.

Conspiracy and Style

It is said that Bulgaria and Belarus are overrun with beauties. In fact, these five countries in the western Balkans are no less beautiful. You can be attracted by them anytime and anywhere while walking on the street. Stunning.

Funny street performer

Artistic street singer

Mighty and handsome man

It is worth mentioning that Balkan The peninsula’s Mediterranean climate and 240 days of sunshine a year, coupled with the soil structure of desert soil and stone, make the local wines unique in flavor. When paired with the locals’ favorite meat, they are also wines that are different from other regions in the world. Drinking Guide.

It is said that the 21st century is a "century of tourism." China, with its rapid economic development and the largest population, has naturally become the target of tourism bureaus in various countries to win over and fawn over, because Chinese tourists have come to Wherever there is, there will be prosperity.

These five countries in the western Balkans use practical actions to wink at Chinese tourists: come and have fun with us, we have low prices, good scenery, lots of handsome guys and beauties, unique personalities, literature and art There are all kinds of styles, such as style and fresh style.

Such an upright "conspiracy" is placed in front of you, are you willing to fall for it?