Early Christian tombs from the reign of Constantine the Great have been found and archaeological excavations at Bubanj and Humska Čuka have also found evidence that the area was inhabited as far back as the Neolithic period and the early Bronze age. A true melting pot of different cultures and people throughout the ages – Celts, Romans, Huns, Avars, Byzantines, Ottomans have all been known to inhabit the area which is reflected in the architectural diversity.
Today, Niš is a hub for culture and art lovers and hosts a number of annual festivals such as Niš Film Festival which celebrates Serbian films and film-makers. Organised every August, this internationally important film festival has been held for more than 50 years.
The city is also the setting for two music festivals, also during the summer months, the world-famous jazz festival Nišville and the Nisomnia festival.
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