Discover Laktaši: Thermal Baths, Culture and Nature

The Roman Baths and the thermomineral water are part of Laktaši’s history.

Thermal Baths and Roman History

The thermomineral water of Terme Laktaši has been known for its healing properties since Roman antiquity. Modern development and use began in 1930. The “Laktasi Spa” health and tourism complex is located in the city center.

The Roman Baths add an archaeological dimension to the story: water and rooms there were heated using a special hypocaust system. In 2008, the discovered remains of the Roman public bath were preserved.

Churches and Historic Sites

The Church of the Intercession of the Most Holy Mother of God, built in 2007, stands in the center of Laktaši. The church, built in 2007, has an iconostasis with 66 icons.

Nearby Bakinci, within the municipality of Laktaši, is home to the remains of Balkis, a lost early Byzantine city dating from the 4th century. The nearby Balkis complex covers more than 100,000 square meters.

Mahovljani is also one of the surrounding places with its own historical significance. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi was built there in 1902 and is designated a state-protected monument. In contrast to the church in Laktaši, built in 2007, the church in Mahovljani dates back to 1902 and is state-protected.

Nature and Spa Traditions in Slatina

The nearby Slatina Forest Park adds a focus on nature to the historical attractions. The park has marked gravel paths. A total of 70 plant species have been recorded there, including species protected nationally and internationally.

Nearby Slatina is an excursion and tourism destination with a long tradition of spa visits and outings. There are pools with healing water in the center. It also has a thermomineral spring with a temperature of more than 40 °C.

Events, Cuisine and Cycling

Salon Stripa is an international comics festival in Laktaši. It takes place every year in mid-April at the gallery of the Center for Culture and Education. If you would like to include the festival in your travel plans, check the current event dates before your trip.

Regional cuisine also offers plenty to discover: in Laktaši, visitors can try pogača, cornbread, fried dough balls, cheese, kajmak, cicvara and meat specialties. The local food scene also includes dishes made with fresh vegetables from the fertile Lijevče Field, as well as homemade brandy from local distillers. Tastings of Bonaventura wine and Trappist cheese are offered to organized groups near the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Before your trip, check whether a tasting is available on your visit date.

For recreational cyclists visiting the area, BK Laktaši offers services within the municipality of Laktaši, including bicycle rentals and guided tours or a guide service. If you would like to use these services, check their availability before your trip.

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