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Zemun
One of the most beautiest parts of Belgrade, with its specific position, tight streets, old hauses, famous restaurants. Its first name was Taurunum. The oldest records of the present-day name of the town date back to the 12th century. It emanated from the Slavic word "zemlin" (earthen) and it is assumed that the name refers to the earthwork of the town. Zemun, once a separate town, has been within the community of Belgrade municipalities since 1945.

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