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SOCIALIST YUGOSLAV HUB

SFRY BELGRADE

Belgrade in the era of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) marked a transformative period in the second half of the 20th century. In the aftermath of World War II, Yugoslavia underwent a significant ideological shift by adopting communist principles. However, following the 1948 split with the USSR, the country transitioned to a market-oriented economy while maintaining a one-party socialist political system. As the capital of this new state, Belgrade thrived economically and demographically, benefiting from its strategic position at the crossroads of East and West during a time of global political polarization.

COCA COLA SOCIALISM

Yugoslavia embraced a market economy within a one-party socialist political framework. This unique context gave rise to the concept of "Coca-Cola socialism," defined by the ideals of brotherhood and unity, state-promoted atheism, and the non-alignment policy.

THE YUGOSLAV WAY OF LIFE

The new socialist ideology, guided by the slogans of renewal, development, and brotherhood and unity, spearheaded the transformation of a modern metropolis. In Belgrade, where a third of the buildings were destroyed or severely damaged during the war, reconstruction progressed rapidly, reshaping both the city’s architecture and its way of life.

NEW BELGRADE BLOCKS

The New Belgrade blocks represent a distinctive socio-architectural chapter in the history of Belgrade. Initially built as residential neighborhoods, they evolved into unique districts with their own urban identity and characteristics.

PALACE OF SERBIA
GENEX TOWER
SAVA CENTER
THE BUILDING OF THE MEDIA CORPORATION POLITIKA
HOTEL YUGOSLAVIA
HOUSE OF FLOWERS
BLOCK 1
BLOCK 2
PALATA BEOGRAD
BLOCK 3
BLOCK 4
BLOK 5
BLOK 7
BLOK 8
BLOK 9
BLOK 11
BLOK 19a
BLOK 21
BLOK 22
BLOK 23
BLOK 24
BLOK 28
BLOK 29
BLOK 30
BLOK 33
BLOK 37
BLOK 38
BLOK 44
BLOK 45
BLOK 61-64
BLOK 70
BLOK 70a

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