Kulina?s institution is a place of supposed care. Founded in 1957, it is the
biggest institution for mental care in the nation, with the worst living
conditions. It is located 250 kilometers southeast of Belgrade, north of
Nis. The institution is built at the foot of the mountain, frequently
inaccessible during the winter months, and its six wings accommodate 650
people, all moderately mentally challenged. The role of the institution is
multifold as it gathers primarily kids with a variety of needs, from three
months old until the end of their lives. Many of the children are
permanently abandoned by their parents, while others are orphans. The
mortality rate reaches 10 percent annually.

Credit : Yannis Kontos