VRNJACKA BANJA Vrnjacka Banja (alt. 230 m.a.s.l.) is in the central part of Serbia, about 200 km south of Belgrade, on the wooded foothills Goc Mountain(1,147 m). Vrnjacka Banja is well-connected with all parts of the country by road and rail (Belgrade-Nis motorway and railway and the Ibar highway). The local climate is temperate continental climate and somewhat sub-Alpine because of the surrounding mountains. It has a long history as a natural health resort and recreational centre, and it is among the best frequented resorts in the country. It abounds in cultural events and entertainment throughout the year. The surroundings of Vrnjacka Banja abound in historical monuments, including the nearby medieval Serbian Zica and Ljubostinja monasteries (13th and 14th century respectively) and the Lazarica Church (14th century), among others. The spa has three mineral water springs, on which one has warm water and two have cold water. According to international standards, the local mineral waters can be divided into two categories: warm mineral water of human body temperature (36.5 C), alkaline, carbonic acid homeothermal variety, used for drinking and bathing; cold mineral water from Sneznik spring (17 C), alkaline carbonic acid akrotopegic variety, used for drinking. MEDICAL INDICATIONS: The spa is recommended for the treatment of: diseases of the gastro-intestinal tract, diseases of the hepatobiliary tract and pancreas, metabolic disorders, diseases of the kidney and the urinary tract and cardiovascular conditions. ACCOMMODATION: In numerous hotels, spa establishments for hospitalisation, rest centres and private rooms, totalling 10.000 beds.