Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad: Childhood Roots and City Love

Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad connection shines in her recent Blic Television appearance on Metar moga sela, where she guided viewers through her hometown. Born and raised in Novi Sad, the Serbian singer shared nostalgic stories of growing up, famous neighbors, and cherished spots that shaped her.

“Welcome to Novi Sad,”

Tijana began on Pašićeva Street, highlighting her Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad journey:

“This is Pašićeva Street, where Podbara meets the city center. I was born here, and we lived on Podbara until I was about seven years old. Then we moved to Detelinara, where I spent most of my school years, both elementary and high school. We moved around Detelinara a bit, but my entire adult life has again been in the center and Podbara.”

Her deep ties to Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad reflect a lifelong bond. Catch the full episode Sunday at 1:30 PM on Blic Television.

Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad Childhood: Podbara Memories

In her Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad reflections, Tijana contrasted city center life with neighborhoods like Podbara, revealing a star-studded neighbor: Nataša Bekvalac.

“I was neighbors with Nataša Bekvalac. I don’t know if you had her in your show, but if you filmed there, that was my neighborhood too. I love Podbara because it’s practically the center — just five minutes on foot. This street has always been lively, full of little businesses, shops, bakeries. I remember a pastry shop with a doll moving an ice cream cone to attract children. I loved it there, it’s my first memory of childhood.”

These vivid Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad tales evoke simple joys. For more on her early years, read our childhood feature.

Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad School Days with Nataša Bekvalac

The highlight of Tijana’s Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad story? Her elementary school overlap with Nataša Bekvalac, a year older and already a standout.

“We went to the same elementary school, though she’s a year older so we weren’t in the same shifts. But it was great, Nataša was popular.”

Tijana smiled, adding:

“She was the star of the school even back then. Was there rivalry? Not really. She truly was a star, beautiful and talented. I was just a modest girl who loved to sing. Our careers are very different, yet we both do the same job. There was no rivalry, everyone knew who the star was.”

This glimpse into Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad camaraderie shows her grounded roots in music.

Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad: Freedom and Safety in Youth

Growing up in Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad meant freedom and security for Tijana, who cherished exploring the city without limits.

“We felt free and secure. We’d just hop on bus number 3 and go to the center or anywhere in the city. We were always out, never tied to one place.”

Beyond Detelinara and the center, one landmark stands out in her memories.

Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad Fortress: Emotional Ties to Petrovaradin

The Petrovaradin Fortress holds profound Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad significance, thanks to her mother’s artistry.

“What I remember most from childhood is not Detelinara or this part of the city, but the fortress. My mother was an artist and sculptor. She made jewelry and had a studio up at the fortress. So my sister and I knew every corner, every tunnel, every corner of that place by heart. Even today I remember it all.”

Revisiting stirred deep emotions for Tijana, tied to family—details unveiled in the upcoming Metar moga sela episode. Follow her Tijana Bogićević Novi Sad updates on Instagram.