RECEPTION IN HONOUR OF 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF CYCLING IN BELGRADE

Belgrade, 3 January 2009– Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Alexander and Crown Princess Katherine hosted today at The Royal Palace a reception celebrating 125th anniversary of cycling in Belgrade.

HRH Crown Prince Alexander delivered a speech emphasizing: “Cycling is a sport I deeply appreciate and support. It is suitable for youth and adults; it is beneficial for everyone and people should be encouraged to choose it as a sport”, emphasized Crown Prince Alexander, wishing the Cycling Federation of Belgrade success for the future.

Beside the Crown Prince speeches were also delivered by Mr. Nebojsa Popov, President of the Cycling Association Belgrade, who gave a plaque to Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Alexander and Crown Princess Katherine and Mr. Ataniosis Tsimas, President of the Balkan Cycling Federation.

A tour through the Palaces followed the ceremony, where everyone had the opportunity to hear about the history of the Royal Dynasty Karadjordjevic and the cultural heritage of the Royal Compound.