The Monument of Stevan Sremac and Kalča

Stevan Sremac (1855-1906) was a Serbian realist and comedy writer, regarded as one the greatest literary figures from Serbia. Many of his works have been adapted into films with great success. The writer lived in Niš from 1879 to 1892, during which time he left a significant mark on the city’s cultural life. Niš had a profound influence on him, inspiring his most productive period and shaping his portrayals of the region's distinctive "southern mentality."

His connection with Niš was honored with a statue placed in the heart of the city. It depicts him seated at a table together with the hunter Kalča, his friend and a character from his novel Ivko’s Feast, and Kalča's loyal dog, Capa.

This public sculpture made out of bronze is the work of sculptor Ivan Felker. It stands on the site of the former home of Zivko Mijalkovic, a wealthy craftsman from Niš, whom locals know as Gazda Ivko in Sremac's Ivko's Feast.

The monument reflects the city’s rich culture and is a popular spot for residents and tourists alike. An empty chair at the table invites passersby to sit and enjoy the company of the writer, the hunter and the dog.