Prokuplje, Serbia and Montenegro
Museums
If you are in Prokuplje and interested in museums, you should visit the National Museum of Toplica located in the city center. It exhibits artifacts related to the history and culture of the Toplica region. If you are looking for other museums nearby, you can visit the Nis City Museum or the Archaeological Museum in Nis, which is about an hour's drive from Prokuplje.
Food
Some of the most recommended and popular dishes in Prokuplje and the surrounding area include:
1. Leskovacki rostilj: A grilled meat dish, usually made with pork or lamb, served with onions and often accompanied by ajvar (a type of red pepper relish) and kajmak (a creamy dairy product).
2. Prebranac: A traditional Serbian bean dish, made with white beans, onion, paprika, and garlic, usually served as a side dish.
3. Sopska salata: A salad made with chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and peppers, topped with feta cheese.
4. Jagnjetina ispod sača: A slow-cooked lamb dish, prepared under a metal lid that's covered with burning embers to give it a smoky flavor.
5. Pita sa sirom: A savory pie filled with cheese, herbs, and sometimes spinach or meat.
6. Kajgana: A Serbian-style scrambled eggs dish, often served with bacon or sausage.
7. Ajvar: A relish made from roasted peppers, eggplant, and garlic, typically served as a condiment.
These dishes are all beloved by locals and offer a taste of the traditional cuisine of the region.
Activities
Some fun activities that local people enjoy in Prokuplje include visiting the Prokuplje Spa, which offers thermal waters and spa treatments, hiking or biking in the nearby Jastrebac mountain, and exploring the ruins of the ancient city of Justiniana Prima, located just a few kilometers from the city. Another popular activity is visiting local wineries and trying wines from the Toplica wine region.
