News, Articles & Events

The Spomenik Database news, articles & events section catalogs noteworthy stories, analysis pieces, interesting information and important recent occurrences that relate to situations surrounding and related to the heritage of monuments, design and architecture of the former Yugoslavia. If you are aware of news or events which might be appropriate to be featured in this section, please contact me. If you are interested in contributing content or writing an article for this section, please contact me here!

Zdravko Bregovac: An Architect of Yugoslav Pleasure

Donald Niebyl

Jul 25
41 min

Zdravko Bregovac: An Architect of Yugoslav Pleasure

Perhaps one of the most prolific and influential architects of Yugoslavia that made a lasting mark upon the landscape and the hearts of...

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The History of Yugoslavia's Pavilion at Montreal's 1967 World EXPO

Donald Niebyl

Mar 23
22 min

The History of Yugoslavia's Pavilion at Montreal's 1967 World EXPO

By the time the 1960s arrived, many of the architectural trends across the globe were being criticized that they created cities of bland...

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From Red Star to Red Bull: The History of Tito's Douglas DC-6B

Donald Niebyl

Feb 14
9 min

From Red Star to Red Bull: The History of Tito's Douglas DC-6B

Yugoslav President Josip Broz Tito was a man who no doubt enjoyed traveling in style. He had at his disposal many modes of conveyance...

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The Architectural Legacy of Sarajevo's '84 Winter Olympics

Donald Niebyl

Aug 29, 2020
38 min

The Architectural Legacy of Sarajevo's '84 Winter Olympics

The city of Sarajevo hosting the Winter Olympic Games in 1984 was among the most significant events in the history of Yugoslavia. Being not

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The Iconic Concrete Transmission Towers of Yugoslavia

Donald Niebyl

Jun 3, 2020
7 min

The Iconic Concrete Transmission Towers of Yugoslavia

As Yugoslavia went through its era of incredible development and modernization through the post-WWII era, it created, in just a few...

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A journey through Tito's secret underground nuclear bunker

Donald Niebyl

May 16, 2020
5 min

A journey through Tito's secret underground nuclear bunker

Several months ago I visited a small unassuming building at an out-of-the-way military base tucked within the steep Neretva River valley...

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All Aboard! Explore the legendary & luxurious private train of Yugoslav president Josip Broz Tito

Donald Niebyl

Feb 27, 2020
5 min

All Aboard! Explore the legendary & luxurious private train of Yugoslav president Josip Broz Tito

One of the ultimate Yugo-experiences in Belgrade is to hop aboard Tito's famous Blue Train and poke around its many phenomenal...

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14 Places to Time-Travel back to Yugoslavia

Donald Niebyl

Jan 23, 2020
14 min

14 Places to Time-Travel back to Yugoslavia

If you have a desire to experience of the history, design, style and aesthetics of the former Yugoslavia, then these destinations are for...

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