If you're in search of new places to visit, explore the natural attractions near the Sokobanja village of Milušinac, at the foot of the Krstatac mountain.
Krstatac is a limestone massif in Eastern Serbia belonging to the Carpathian Mountains. It is a moderately high mountain with its highest point at 1,070 m (jagged peak Šiljak), accessible from the village of Milušinac. From Šiljak, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Sokobanja valley, Ozren, Devica, Tupižnica, Rtanj, and more. Krstatac mountain is characterized by numerous attractive relief forms. The most famous include several small caves, the natural arch "Bogova vrata" (God's Gates), and the Buk spring.
The natural arch "Bogova vrata" is located in the area of the Milušinac village, 15 km away from Sokobanja. It is a rare natural phenomenon and an interesting speleological phenomenon, attracting not only numerous tourists but also scientists from this field. Besides speleologists, this area is also of interest to hikers. The starting point for hikers is the village of Milušinac, from where they take a dirt road to the Urdeški stream and then upstream, along a forest path, continuing along the stream to the "Bogova vrata" arch, which is located at an altitude of 690 meters above sea level. Near "Bogova vrata," you can find the Milušinac waterfall, the excursion site Manastirište, and the Buk spring. It is believed among the locals that "Bogova vrata" possess healing powers, and if someone suffers from a serious illness, they can be cured by passing through the gates.
Where is it located?
It is situated at the foot of the Krstatac mountain, 15 km from Sokobanja.
How to get there?
Via the Sokobanja - Milušinac road.
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