Pyramid summit
Šiljak.
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Rtanj is a mountain in eastern Serbia, about 200 km southeast of Belgrade, between the towns of Boljevac to the north and Sokobanja to the south, and about 38 km southwest of Bor in a straight line. It belongs to the Serbian Carpathians. Its highest peak is Šiljak at 1,565 metres, a natural feature of karst terrain. Its most striking trait is the conical summit atop the ridge, which looks almost perfect, like a pyramid. The north side is covered with forest and shrubs rich in native plants and springs of drinking water. A small chapel built in 1932 as a mausoleum for an old mine owner stands on the summit. The grey rocky pyramid rises above rolling green hills and forest and from afar looks almost man-made. From the top a wide view opens over eastern Serbia, and Bovan lake lies at its foot. Hikers climb to Šiljak on a steep trail that takes several hours and needs good fitness and proper shoes. Some climb it on a traditional winter hike; summer and early autumn are the best times.
Šiljak.
Over eastern Serbia.
At the foot.
Between Boljevac and Sokobanja, eastern Serbia
Yes, several hours on a steep trail.
Summer and early autumn.