High above the streets of Belgrade, a quiet revolution is buzzing. On the rooftop of a city hotel, beekeeper Stanko Rajić tends to his urban hives – not just for honey, but to raise awareness about the vital role bees play in our ecosystem. As president of the Belgrade Association of Beekeepers, Rajic sees urban beekeeping as a way to reconnect people with nature and educate them about the pollinators' importance beyond their sweet byproducts.
A hive of wellness and biodiversity
Belgrade's parks and blooming balconies make it bee-friendly city. Lower pesticide exposure and a steady supply of forage help the bees thrive. Just steps from the city center, brothers David and Dario Mardešić have created a hidden sanctuary where bees and humans coexist in harmony. Their wellness cabin offers treatments like beehive inhalation and vibration therapy, which they say support respiratory health and reduce stress, burnout, and anxiety.
Urban beekeeping is more than a trend – it's a lifeline for biodiversity. As industrial agriculture and habitat loss threaten bee populations, city-based hives offer a safe haven. The Mardešić brothers urge everyone to help protect the pollinators, starting with simple acts like planting flowers or trees. Their message is clear: small actions can lead to big change, and the future of bees depends on a collective effort.
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