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TURISTIČKA ORGANIZACIJA VOJVODINE Bulevar Mihajla Pupina 6/IV, Novi Sad, Srbija | tel: +381 21 452 910, 472 05 08; faks: +381 21 420 758 SIMFONIJA PRIRODE I KULTURE email: [email protected] | www.vojvodinaonline.com utonomous Province of Vojvodina pronounced ecosystems, species and ge- belongs to Central Europe - both netics diversity. In this area are located Aby its natural borders and in spir- exceptional natural and regional units, it. It covers the south-eastern and low- unique in this part of Europe such as Deli- est parts of the vast Pannonian Basin, and blatska peščara /Deliblato Sands/ (largest northern parts of the Republic of Serbia, in Europe), Fruška gora and Vršačke plan- spreading on 21,506 km2, with population ine /Vršac Mountains/, large flatland riv- slightly exceeding 2 million people. Novi ers (the Danube, Sava, Tisa, Begej, Tamiš) Sad is the capital of the Province. Geo- and their vast flood areas. graphically, it is split into three regions - From demographic point of view, Vo- Srem, Banat and Bačka (represented on jvodina represents a conglomerate of var- the Coat of arms of Vojvodina, as yellow ious nations and ethnic groups, and as stars on the flag). such it also stands as a conglomerate of This area is mainly lowland and flat, different cultures. The process of emer- except two low altitude mountain oases, gence and preservation of Vojvodina’s where cascading and mildly wavy relief ethnographic heritage on the unstable interchanges with flat plateaus. At first space of south-eastern Europe, stands as sight, it looks endless and ponderous, yet a model of commitment which nourishes closer look uncovers all of its vividness the spirit of tolerance as the only means and liveliness. for survival and prosperity of civilisation. Canvass of the contemporary scen- The mosaic of local cultural heritage is ery in Vojvodina has been painted by the something only Vojvodina can contribute symbiosis of intellect and strength of to the European tourist market. There is many nations living here. People of Vo- no other place on the continent that of- jvodina have been creating their own fers such ethnical diversity. Most impor- “promised land” from swampy, useless tantly, this diversity is still active and alive and unhealthy soil, with persistent effort, in the villages and towns, thus making through many generations. the cultural heritage part of the present, Waters of Vojvodina represent “A neatly weaved into all facets of life, not Tamed Shrew”, where taming was initi- leaving it merely in the past. ated by Mercantilism (beginning of XVI- Experience the natural and cultural II century), when Vojvodina was a large ambience of Vojvodina. Relinquish your economic and multicultural laboratory. feelings to the moments of All subsequent generations influenced true experience and start both its waters and nature – sometimes the journey to new chal- with a positive, sometimes a negative lenges… outcome. Today, Vojvodina has got regulated rivers, and one of the densest canal networks in Europe. The most important place, not only regarding the tourist potential, belongs to the Danube, “the major European thoroughfare”. Yet, Vojvodina does not only represent an area where man influences and alters nature, but also a space where he defends nature from himself – by preserving the rich and valuable natural heritage. This heritage is characterised by the

Allegoric shape of Pannonia was set up in 1872, close to Mali Stapar, in honour of digging the Mali bački kanal. It is a symbol of persistent labour and ingenuity of the enterprise which regulated the waters of Vojvodina in XIX century, benefits of which we enjoy today Subotica

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Sr.Mitrovica The Green Challenge Pančevo

f you are interested in nature and scen- protection as Ramsar Sites. Suggestions ery of primordial beauty, then Vojvo- for your new discoveries are the Special Idina is certainly a place for you. Use Nature Preserves: Koviljsko-petrovaradin- 1. Special Nature Preserve the opportunity to visit the National ski rit, Gornje Podunavlje, Stari Begej-Car- “Deliblatska peščara” park Fruška gora – a wavering Pannonian ska bara, Deliblatska peščara and Obeds- 2. Nature Park “Palić” mountain safeguards numerous surprises ka bara. Alfred Brehm used to frequent the 3. Special Nature Preserve imbued with habitats of precious plants marshes of „Gornje Podunavlje“preserve, “Stari Begej - Carska bara” and animals, as well as monasteries of collecting materials for ornithological col- significant historical importance. The lection for the Natural History Museum in 4. Special Nature Preserve “Zasavica” largest area under the linden trees in Eu- Vienna. The Stari Begej-Carska bara pre- 5. National Park “Fruška gora” rope captivates visitors’ senses every June. serve has a long tradition of ecotourism, 6. Nature Park “Ponjavica” Supporters of eco and geotourism gladly and in the southern Banat is located Deli- 7. Special Nature Preserve return to Fruška gora, and geologists and blatska peščara preserve with vast areas “Gornje Podunavlje” researchers emphasize that it is, due to its under sands. This area was therefore nick- geological heritage, also known as “a mir- named the “European Sahara”. Spreading 8. Special Nature Preserve ror of geological past”. in the southerly direction, very close to “Obedska bara” Climbing down the northern foot- the banks of the Danube, the sandy eco- 9. Nature Park hills, leads to the banks of the Danube, systems gently turns into the wetlands of “Begečka jama” and other large rivers of Vojvodina. Natu- Labudovo okno. This protected Ramsar 10. Special Nature Preserve ral processes of erosion still patiently form Site is one of the more important bird hab- "Ludaško jezero” marshlands and flooding plains. The most itats. Obedska bara – “Ornithological Eld- important ones have been placed under orado”, situated at the south of Srem, was

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put under protection immediately after Yellowstone National Park, in 1874. 8 Travelling through northern Bačka provides easy access to the highest concen- tration of the protected areas located in one place. Constituent parts of that region consist of two preserves (Ludaško jezero and Selevenjske pustare), one nature park (Palić) and one special nature preserve (Subotička peščara). In this, seemingly mo- notonous flatland, is located an abundant mosaic of habitats and communities of an- imal and plant wildlife. If you are devoted to ecotourism, you will certainly cherish all the beauty and significance of nature. These nature districts provide excel- 7 lent conditions for active holidays, includ- ing mountaineering, educational walks through the valuable and well-preserved wildlife habitats, bicycle rides along some of the marked cycling tracks in Podunavlje, bird watching or photo safaris.

9 10 Quiet Waters ivers of Vojvodina provide dynam- River Sava is similar to the Danube of Pannonia ic charm to its nature. Patient- regarding its recreational potential. This Rly forming their river beds and im- river, situated on the south of Srem, is mediate surroundings, the rivers attract abundant in recreational and nautical ac- Subotica numerous yachtsmen, fishermen, art- tivities. Its cut off meander with immedi- ists and nature lovers. The Danube, with ate environment is protected as a Special Kikinda Sombor its tributaries, creates a unique natural Nature Preserve “Obedska bara”. ambience, with the outskirts abundant Typical flatland rivers have been gaining in cultural points of interest, easily ac- more significant roles in the tourist offer, of- Zrenjanin cessible from recently completed mari- fering pleasant and relaxing ambiance - Be- NOVI SAD na in Apatin. Navigation by the river will gej, Tamiš, Krivaja, Jegrička, Bosut, ... be more exciting if you decide to visit the Navigation and sports activities are Sr.Mitrovica preserves and nature parks situated on also offered in the canal network of the Pančevo its banks, lined from Apatin to Novi Sad. Danube – Tisa – Danube hydro system. It (Gornje Podunavlje, Karadjordjevo, Tik- all started by digging of the Veliki bački vara, Begečka jama, Koviljsko-petrovara- kanal /Great Bačka Canal/, over 200 years dinski rit). Look for refreshments in the ago, and as a convincing testimony of 1. The Danube at Novi Sad form of fishermen’s specialties in one of the emergence of this complex system many famous Danube czardas. serve hydro technical items - monuments 2. River Begej Tisa is a quiet and elegant meander- of technical culture of the past (locks at 3. Belocrkvanska jezera (lakes) ing river. In one of its meanders one can Bezdan and Bečej, Mali Stapar, ...). 4. Beach"Štrand" on the Danube find relief from the summer heat, or sim- Well-known, but also secluded bea at Novi Sad ply enjoy in the colours of the nature. On ches on the Danube, Tisa and Sava riv- 5. Czarda at Banoštor the banks of Tisa are located quiet lit- ers, are excellent spots for recreational tle towns rich in cultural heritage – Titel, and sport activities. Should one wish to 6. River Jegrička Bečej, Novi Bečej, Senta, Čoka, Kanjiža include entertainment and good compa- 7. Lake Palić and Novi Kneževac. In the early summer ny in these activities, then beach Štrand 8. The lock at Mali Stapar days a unique swarming of Tisa mayfly in Novi Sad is the right place for you. 9. "Blooming" of Tisa at Senta takes place (Palingenia longicauda), bet- The story on wealth of water be- ter known as the “Blooming of Tisa”. comes complete once lakes – the qui-

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et oases – are included. On he north of Bačka is situated lake Palić with tourist tradition that goes back for more than 150 years. Not far from Bela Crkva are located Belocrkvanska jezera (lakes). They present a favourite recreational and tourist location of the local residents. Apart from having fun on one of the numerous beaches, additional entertainment 5 is available in the swimming, snorkelling and sailing summer schools. Lake Zob- natica, situated next to the nature park of the same name, plays an important tourist and recreational role. Modern lifestyle becomes increasing- ly fast and stressful; therefore the need for relaxation and health care become a 7 8 necessity, especially under a watchful eye of an expert in one of the spas with thera- peutic mineral water. We will mention but a few: Banja Kanjiža in Kanjiža (rheumatic illnesses and postoperative orthopae- dic treatments), Banja Palić (rheumatic illnesses treatment), Banja Junaković near Apatin (rheumatic and gynaecological illnesses treatment), Banja Vrdnik in Vrdnik (rheumatic illnesses treatment and reha- bilitation) and Banja Rusanda near Me- lenci (treatment of central and peripher- al nervous system illnesses and lesions).

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Sr.Mitrovica Pančevo Millenniums of Cultural Symbols

n this part of Europe, Vojvodina treas- na (Ludoš, Doroslovo, Starčevo, Vatin...). ures cultural heritage of special impor- Profile of archaeological locations is com- Itance for your travel itinerary. If you plete with the heritage and objects from decide to embark on this journey, millen- the Roman period. They are concentrat- niums of cultural symbols will shine upon ed in the former settlement of Sirmium you... – one of the four prefectures of the Ro- Archaeological findings from the ’80- man Empire – Sremska Mitrovica of today. ies of the XX astonished the worldwide Even ten emperors were born either in audience – in the vicinity of the Danube Sirmium or its vicinity – Herennius Etrus- (Donja Branjevina site), not far away from cus (251), Hostilian (251), Decius Traian the village of Deronje, archaeologists ex- (249-251), Claudius II (268-270), Quintil- cavated, after millenniums of darkness, lus (270), Aurelian (270-275), Probus (276- and brought to the light, the statuette 282), Maximianus Herculius (285-310), of the Red haired goddess. This master- Constantius II (337-361), Flavius Gratian- piece by the early Danube region farmers us - Gratian (367-383). reflects their dedication to the fertility Meander of the river Mostonga still cult. The statuette is kept in the museum guards the fortress in Bač – the most im- in Odžaci. Exhibits and sites where similar portant monument of medieval history in artistic and civilisation related artefacts the southern parts of the Pannonian plain. of the early settlers in this area have been Bač was mentioned in XI century as the 2 discovered, are spread all over Vojvodi- centre of the county, and the fortress was

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1. Bač Fortress 2. Red-haired Goddess 3. Remains of Sirmium in Sremska Mitrovica 4. Coins with images of 10 Roman Emperors born in Sirmium 5. Runner from the hippodrome in Sirmium 6. Basilica Arača from the 13th century 7. Gymnasium of Sremski Karlovci 8. Petrovaradin Fortress 9. Residence of the Patriarch at Sremski Karlovci 1 10. Tower of Vršac – Symbol of Vršca 11. Dundjerski Castle at Kulpin 12. Dundjerski Castle at Čelarevo 13. Castle Fantast 14. Castle Ečka

5 renovated in the Renaissance style at the end of XV and beginning of XVI century. Most famous fortress in Vojvodina is located in Novi Sad. Petrovaradinska tvrdjava is one of the significant symbols of culture in this part of Europe. Due to its size and presence of multitude of structures within it, it represents a master- piece among fortified edifices. Enrich your sightseeing tour with a visit to one of the institutions of culture among which are the City Museum of Novi Sad and numerous art galleries of renown local artists. At the end, after you have completed your tour of the fortress and found refreshments in one of many good restaurants and cafés, do not forget to visit “Podrad- je” (Downtown part of the fortress). This

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unique urban unit represents most dis- where Serbian Vojvodina was proclaimed A special chapter in the cultural her- tinct Baroque architecture in Serbia. in 1848, Karlovačka gimnazija /First Ser- itage of Vojvodina belongs to the castles. Remnants of a city Of Vršac fortifica- bian Grammar school/ and picturesque They show architecturally overempha- tion that stands as the most remarkable churches of Sremski Karlovci. Kapela mira / sized splendour and wealth – an inclina- monument in Banat is certainly Vršačka Chapel of Peace/ is a reminder of signing of tion towards cultural and status prosper- kula built in XIV century. the Peace treaty in 1699 between Austria ity of the past generations. Castles that Centuries old town of Sremski Karlov- and its allies on one side and Turkey on the used to belong to the family Dundjerski ci is situated on the contact point of Fruška other. We recommend a visit to the one- are of a special interest, since this family gora slopes and the Danube banks, in a fer- of-a-kind Muzej pčelarstva /Honey Muse- has left a significant imprint on the more tile winegrowing area. This small baroque um/ and a vine-tasting stopover at some recent history of Vojvodina (Čelarevo, town represents the most important site of the many old vine cellars. Should you Fantast, Kulpin, Sokolac, ...). Close to the regarding Serbian culture and spirituality happen to like this town at a glance, have riverbanks of Begej is located castle of in the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. a drink of water from the baroque fountain Ečka, turned into a luxury hotel. During Focus your attention on Patrijaršijski dvor called „Četiri lava“/Four Lions/, since the the opening ceremony, in 1820, a “won- / the Residence of the Patriarch /, Build- saying goes that then, one day, you will re- der child” Franz Liszt performed at the ing of the Magistrate (Town Hall) from turn here and get married. castle.

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Exciting Hunting and Fishing

onditions of nature in Vojvodina pro- Ristovača, Plavna, Karadjordjevo and Koviljski vide ample options for hunting tourism. rit. In the forests of Srem are located the re- CThis allows a large number of hunting nown hunting grounds of Morović, Kućine, Bo- grounds on agricultural land, in the forests and sutske šume, Karakuša and Kupinik, whereas in fishponds. the southern Banat there are Donje Podunav- Good quality hunting grounds and centu- lje, Deliblatska peščara and Vršačke planine, ries old hunting tradition in Vojvodina ensure and in the northern Bačka is located Subotičke that hunters will have a pleasant stay and good šume. catch. There are 16 hunting areas at their dis- Abundance of surface water in Vojvodina posal, where hunters can spend a night in the provides for an exceptional potential in terms hunting lodges. Diverse and rich game resourc- of fishing tourism. Most famous fishing areas es have been attracting hunters to Vojvodina are situated on the largest rivers: the Danube, for decades. Tisa, Sava, and Tamiš. Good catch is also guar- 2 Thick forests of Podunavlje hide some of anteed on many lakes. If the reason for visiting the most famous hunting grounds in Vojvo- happens to be also socialising with fellow fish- dina. Some of suggestions relate to the hunt- ermen, then the good spot would be the Inter- ing grounds Kozara, Apatinski rit, Kamarište, national Fishing Festival in Kanjiža.

1. Stag Fight 2. Male pheasant in the mating period 3. Fish preserves (fishponds) in Vojvodina are abundant in fish 4. Gigantic Catfish Caught on the Danube

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NOVI SAD rthodox, Roman-Catholic, Evan- 15 have remained (Beočin, Velika Remeta, gelistic, Greek Orthodox… Ser- Vrdnik – Ravanica, Grgeteg, Divša, Novi bian, German, Hungarian, Slo- Jazak, Krušedol, Kuveždin, Mala Remeta, Sr.Mitrovica O Pančevo vakian, Šokac, Romanian, Ruthenian… Novo Hopovo, Petkovica, Privina Glava, Vojvodina is a rocking cradle of many na- Rakovac, Staro Hopovo and Šišatovac). tionalities, therefore a cradle of different Fruška gora monasteries are an unavoid- churches. These very differences teach us able attraction during a visit to the moun- that we are all children of one mother – tain due to their historical, artistic and humankind. scenic values. Those interested in culture 1. Baroque Towers – Sremski Karlovci Thick forests of Fruška gora are only and art will certainly notice the architec- 2. Altar of the Franciscan Monastery out topped by the bell towers of ortho- ture and paintings in these sacred struc- of St. Michael at Subotica dox monasteries. The monasteries were tures, those being some of their utmost built in an unusual combination of Byzan- values. Two other monasteries worth- 3. St. Nicola’s Church –Grgeteg tine and Baroque styles. These monaster- while mentioning are Bodjani, near Bač, Monastery ies were being built from medieval times built in the Baroque style, with impres- 4. Staro Hopovo Monastery with the role of lighthouses in the first or- sive iconostasis by Hristifor Žefarović, 5. Roadside Cross, Djurdjin – Tavankut thodox colonies northern of rivers Sava and Mesić monastery, located at the foot and Danube. Out of the original 35 mon- of Vršačke planine. 6. Synagogue at Novi Sad, St. Nicola’s asteries recorded in XVI and XVII centu- Spirituality of Roman Catholic tra- Church –Novo Hopovo Monastery ries, in the wider zone of Fruška gora, only dition in the history of Vojvodina can 7. Novo Hopovo Monastery 8. Organs in the St. Stipan, the King at Sombor 9. Mesić Monastery 10. “Church of the Virgin Entrance into the Temple” –Bodjani Monastery

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4 5 be experienced in one of the convents. felin or Teodor Ilić Češljar. Ask a local Complex of the Franciscan monastery at priest in one of the catholic churches Bač dates back from XII century. In con- to hear the impressive sounds of the or- formity with its past, the monastery is gans, since they also form the inevitable very picturesque, with especially prom- part of cultural heritage. inent details of Gothic, Baroque and The tradition and spirituality of the those from the times of the Ottoman Jewish community can be experienced Empire rule. Apart form the icon painted in the Synagogues in Novi Sad and Sub- by Dima in 1687, the monastery contains otica. They were both erected at the be- an impressive library of handwritten and ginning of XX century, and represent printed books. Franciscan monastery in magnificent examples of the Secession Subotica shelters remains of the old For- architecture. 6 tress of Subotica, and as such has become an inseparable part of the town history. Prominent symbols of landscape in Vojvodina are baroque style built churches with flowery bell towers. Rip- ping the skies over Vojvodina, they have been preserving the province’s multicul- turalism for centuries. When in an Or- thodox Church, carefully view and re- search paintings by the Serbian Baroque artists such as Teodor Kračun, Jakov Or-

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Zrenjanin NOVI SAD Rural Wealth of the Plain Sr.Mitrovica Pančevo esidents of the Vojvodina plain liv- na without granges, even if only in sto- ing in villages have been the main ries, would become somewhat impov- force of development for centu- erished. Granges are source of the local 1. “Didin salaš” – R ries. Their mentality, attitude and persis- mentality, and at the same time, home of Dida’s Grange near Sombor tence have been patiently moulding the the hardworking, persistent, thrifty, ener- 2. Rural Awaking social scenery of the plain. Multicultural- getic, reserved, restrained and, above all – 3. “Kuća Ačanski” – ism in Vojvodina is emphasized today as hospitable people. There is no other place Ačanski House at Mali Stapar its major trademark. There is almost no on this planet that is as widely open as 4. Household items of ethno house other place in Europe where one could granges are towards heaven. Being both at Belo Blato come across so many different cultures on earth and in heaven granges symbol- 5. “Rokin salaš” – and nationalities on a regular tourist jour- ise open houses of this planet. Roka’s grange near Lake Ludaš ney. This detail gives the main tone of rec- These lonely houses amidst endless 6. Popp- seed Strudel – most famous ognition to the Vojvodina flatlands and its fields of grain preserve rural tradition of cake of Vojvodina villages. This unique heritage can be expe- Vojvodina and rise to the level of symbols. 7. Pride of tables in Vojvodina rienced in one of the ethno-houses, or by There are more granges that gain new life 8. “Perkov salaš”– spending time in a rural household. embodied in the tourist development. Si- Perko’s Grange near Neradin Granges offer a specific experience of lence along dusty cart roads, shade in the traditional lifestyle in the plain. Vojvodi- porches and colourful objects of ethno-

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graphic heritage offer new inspirations and motivation. Nicely decorated rooms, some still furnished with Alte Deutsche pieces of furniture, clearly reaffirm the mentality of the generations of local farmers. Families pay visits to granges more often. Children can safely play there and learn about life in the countryside. 6 If you happen to be a gastronome, and are looking for splendid tastes of the local cuisine, then villages are the right place for you. This cuisine was created by diversity of cultures where during one meal can be tasted influences of Hungarian, German, and Slovakian, Šokac or Serbian cooking. Gastronomy of Vojvodina is a result of complex life conditions, and natural and social characteristics of this area.

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1. Novi Sad, Patriarch’s Palace and Monument of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj at the corner of Zmaj Jovina and Dunavska streets 2. Sremska Mitrovica, Library Building "Gligorije Vozarević" 3. Pančevo, Uspenska Church 4. Vršac, Town Hall 5. Subotica, Town Hall 6. Zrenjanin, Town Hall and St. Ivan 2 Nepomuk’s Cathedral at Trg Slobode / Subotica Freedom square/

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Romantic Charm of the Past Centuries

eveloping in the past centuries, tress, you will have on of the nicest views Dezső Jakab next to the gorgeous City Hall towns in Vojvodina have grown of the city and the surrounding plain. From which they designed. Tour of Sombor can Dinto harmonious urban units. the river banks, through the protected area be started from Fijaker plac where one can Nicely arranged streets, parks, green av- of Dunavski Park, one can quickly reach still hire an old cab for sightseeing of this enues, colourful architectural styles (ba- the old town core. Each of the old build- old and graceful town. While sightseeing roque, secession, moderna), uncover a ings keeps one or two historically and ar- splendid palaces immersed in the alleys of completely new and different image of chitecturally important tales. In that sense, branchy bodjoš trees /Common hackber- Vojvodina and the civil society which has Zmaj Jovina and Dunavska streets stand ry/, one will realise why Sombor stands as been developing here. Have your cameras above the rest. In the end, make sure that the greenest town in Serbia. Zrenjanin is handy since you will probably take here you write down in your travel journal that the largest town in Banat, inseparably con- one of the best photos on your itinerary. this is the city where ingenious Albert Ein- nected to the river Begej. Use the opportu- On the Danube banks, at the foothill of stein once used to live. nity to take a picture in front of the Town Fruška gora, where three regions of Vojvo- There is a whole series of towns worth- Hall, since it is one of the most beautiful dina come closest to one another, the city while visiting. Elegant Subotica is dressed Baroque buildings in Vojvodina. Travelling of Novi Sad - the capital of Vojvodina - has entirely in the Secession attire. Thankful to the south will take traveller to Pančevo been growing for centuries. If you cross residents of Subotica built a monument to and Vršac. Numerous cultural monu- the river and climb to Petrovaradin for- the worthy architects Marcell Komor and ments testify to the interesting history

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of Pančevo. Most of the structures in the town centre are under protection, where Uspenska crkva /church/ with two bell towers stands out as a special point of interest. Rich architectural heritage of Vršac puts this town among the most beautiful ones. Such portrait of an urban settlement has been patiently built due to the harmonious life of the Serbian and Ger- man people. Apart from the famous Sirmi- um, Sremska Mitrovica is also known for it Baroque architecture. At this point, however, do not stop the sightseeing of urban heritage, since some smaller towns (Kikinda, Ruma, Sen- ta, Apatin...), also have a lot to offer regarding development of urban tourism.

6 7 Ancient rape vine has lived in a loving re- and nowadays, wine-makers are willing to Tradition lationship with Vojvodina for al- share their experiences with tourists. Jewel Gmost two millennia. This story of this region represent vineyards of Srem- of Winemaking began in year 276 when Roman Emperor ski Karlovci, and vine produced here has Probus planted the first vines on the Glav- been decanted all around Europe – from ica hill near Šuljam settlement. Vienna Court to the inns of England. Glory

Subotica Vojvodina is divided into three vine- of Sremski Karlovci was brought about due yard regions: Srem with Fruška gora vine- to two special vines: Bermet, where more

Kikinda yards, Subotica – Horgoš region, with than 20 herbs and spice are blended in, and Sombor Palić and Horgoš vineyards and Banat, Ausbruh, a dessert vine squeezed from rai- with two sub regions – Južni Banat (Vršac, sins - the legend has it that it was on the Bela Crkva and Deliblato vineyards) and vine list on the “Titanic”. We recommend Zrenjanin

NOVI SAD Severni Banat (Banat –Potisje and Kikin- visit to Sremski Karlovci during the famous da vineyards). Vine Festival in October. Fruška gora vineyards have developed Vine tradition of Subotica – Horgoš re- Sr.Mitrovica Pančevo on the fertile slopes of this mountain. gion is centuries old. Sandy soil, mild cli- Grape vine of this region has been an in- mate and good quality vines result in very spiration to the people for many centuries, drinkable products, popularly called - Sand

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4 1. New Experience of Vojvodina –Wine Routes and Recreation 2. Grape-picking Days at Palić 3. Grape-picking – Sremski Karlovci 5 4. Bermet Vine, A Specialty from Sremski Karlovci 5. Slopes of Vršačke planine (Vršac Mountains) and vineyards of Malo Središte 6. Vineyards at Temerin – Southern Bačka 7. Vine Cellar at Gudurica 1

Vines. There are numerous festivals in currently more important centres of honouring vine: Grape picking days at Palić vine tourism in Vojvodina. and Hajdukovo, Sveti Vince... Banat –Potisje region with Čoka, togeth- Vršac vineyards spread over sun- er with the island of Hvar, were the sunni- ny slopes of the Vršac Mountains, on est spots in ex-Yugoslavia. This region is par- the south of Banat. At the foot of the ticularly good for winegrowing. Industrial mountains is situated Vršac, town of development dates back to the end of XIX rich and turbulent past. Legend has it century, when Lederer family bought an es- that vine farming and making in this tate with the vineyards of today. Vine tour- area date back to the times of the Da- ism is related in this area to aristocracy but cians. Wavy space under vineyards cov- also the mocking and teasing charm of the ers the southern and northern slopes of past times. In the legendary cask with the the mountain. In XIX century this used volume of 67,000 litres, card games, accom- to be the largest winegrowing area in panied by the Gypsy music, would last for Hungary, and one of the largest in Eu- days. Vicinity of the river Tisa, and top works rope, stretching on around 10,000 hec- of art by the painters from Vienna in the Ro- tares. Village of Gudurica is located at man Catholic church, highlight tourist offer the foot of the mountain, one of the of the region.

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Kikinda Unique Diversity of Events Sombor

ojvodina represents a unique wealth For a whole decade, during the first

Zrenjanin of different cultures, nationalities half of July, at one of the most represent- NOVI SAD Vand religions which reflects in the ative spaces regarding history and scen- multitude of events and festivals. Some ery – the Petrovaradin fortress – EXIT

Sr.Mitrovica of these have been taking place for more Festival has been taking place. It was Pančevo than a century; some have become part of founded as support to the popular musi- prestigious tourist programmes. Just like cal culture, and it sends out almost eve- in other parts of the world, most of the ry year an important message related to events are dedicated to celebration of the the current social problems to the young fruits of agriculture – food, vine and cul- people. Fun at EXIT Festival is unique and tural motives. offers an exceptionally good time to the 1. EXIT festival in Novi Sad International Agricultural Fair began young people from Europe and all over 2. Mačkare (masquerade carnival) in Novi Sad in 1931, and it stands as the the world. Many famous musicians have at Golubinci largest fair event in Serbia, and one of the been guests at the festival so far. To name 3. Dužijanca – Harvest-ending largest in Europe, in the field of agricul- but a few: Billy Idol, David Morales, Franz Celebration on the North of Bačka ture. It became a trademark of Novosad- Ferdinand, Garbage, Goldfrapp, Kosheen, 4. Pančevo Carnival 5. Dani ludaje (Celebration of si sajam /Novi Sad Fair/ and Novi Sad as Massive Attack, Moloko, Patti Smith, Pri- Pumpkins) at Kikinda well, as a prestigious event for presenta- mal Scream, Robert Plant, The Cult, The 6. Agricultural Fair at Novi Sad tion and development of agrobusiness. White Stripes... 7. Donkey Race at Ovčarski dani Novosadski sajam organises annually 20 Tamburica Fest has a completely dif- (Sheep-Growing Celebrations) at fairs with a long tradition. ferent approach. Tamburitza music is Sakule traditional in Vojvodina, and its people 8. Main Attraction of Kobasicijada (International Sausage Festival) at Turija is the sausage longer than 2,000 m 9. Tamburitza Festival at Deronje 10. Fijakerijada (Horse-pulled Cab Celebration) at Ravno Selo

18 | 19 7 8 Some statements on EXIT Festival

“I haven’t even dreamed that the hospitality of these easy-going people will make me stay in Novi Sad longer than I have expected. And so far I haven’t stayed after any gig anyway…” Dave Rose, Moloko

“It was an honour and a privilege to play such an important festival especially on its 10th anniversary. The crowd and the location were stunning. We hope we will be invited back.” Manic Street Preachers

“Bringing together a very diverse crowd from across the world and under a unified banner of truly innovative music from a dizzying array of genres, Exit is already on course to rival some of the top music festivals of the world.” Dubfire (Deep Dish)

"It was my first time in Serbia and didn't know what to expect, but the EXIT audience was amazing!" Lily Allen 2

1 nourished it foe centuries, regardless of their nationality, religion or origin. Vil- lage of Deronje is renowned for its tam- 3 4 buritza players who have proudly spread the glory of this instrument around the world. The melodies have returned to their homeland, representing the music of Vojvodina and its soul in this very village. This festival began in 2008 and at- tracts around 100,000 people. Festival programme is much broader than only enjoyment in music – it includes lectures on tambura (the instrument), a regatta, various exhibitions, and culinary com- petitions. So far, many orchestras from 5 6 Russia, USA, Slovenia, Bosnia & Herze- govina and other countries performed at the festival. Comprehensive list of events (around 1,000) is difficult to present briefly. Kind- ly enquire at a local tourist office and Tourist organization of Vojvodina on events. This would be the best way to get to know and understand the culture and feel how it feels to be a citizen of Vo- jvodina.

9 10 Municipal Tourist Organisations in Vojvodina

TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF ADA TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF KANJIŽA TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF SENTA TOWNSHIP Trg Oslobođenja 1, 24430 Ada Glavni trg 9, 24420 Kanjiža Glavni trg 1, 24400 Senta tel: +381 24 855 855, fax: +381 24 853 342 tel: +381 24 875 414 tel: +381 24 817 818 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.infoada.org www.kanjizatourism.org.rs www.sentainfo.org

TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE ALIBUNAR TOWNSHIP KIKINDA TOWNSHIP CITY OF SOMBOR Žarka Zrenjanina 4, 26310 Alibunar Trg srpskih dobrovoljaca 12, 23300 Kikinda Trg cara Lazara 1, 25000 Sombor tel: +381 13 641 520 tel: +381 230 26 300 tel: +381 25 434 350 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.alibunar.org.rs www.kikinda-turizam.rs www.visitsombor.org

TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF APATIN TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE CENTER FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION, Petefi Šandora 2a, 25260 Apatin KOVAČICA TOWNSHIP RECREATION AND TOURISM OF SRBOBRAN tel: +381 25 772 555 Maršala Tita 50, 26210 Kovačica Trg Mladosti bb, 21480 Srbobran [email protected] tel: +381 13 660-460; fax: +381 13 660 490 tel: +381 21 731 279, 732 888 www.apatin.org.rs [email protected] [email protected] www.took.org.rs www.cst.org.rs TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF BAČ TOWNSHIP Trg Dr. Zorana Đinđića 4, 21420 Bač TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF KOVIN TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE tel: +381 21 772 222 Cara Lazara 85, 26220 Kovin CITY OF SREMSKA MITROVICA [email protected] tel: +381 13 745 860 Svetog Dimitrija 10, 22000 Sremska Mitrovica www.turizambac.com [email protected] tel: +381 22 618 275 www.tookovin.info [email protected] TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF www.tosmomi.rs BAČKA PALANKA TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF Veselina Masleše 8, MALI IĐOŠ TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF poštanski fah 148, 21400 Bačka Palanka Maršala Tita 32, 24321 Mali Iđoš SREMSKI KARLOVCI TOWNSHIP tel: +381 21 6041 336; fax: +381 21 753 334 tel: +381 63 841 9896 Patrijarha Rajačića 1, 21205 Sr. Karlovci [email protected] [email protected] tel/fax: + 381 21 882 127, 883 855 www.toobap.rs www.tourism-mi.org.rs [email protected] www.karlovci.org.rs TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF BAČKA TOPOLA TOWNSHIP NOVI BEČEJ TOWNSHIP SKTC ĐURA JAKŠIĆ SRPSKA CRNJA Glavna 12, 24300 Bačka Topola Tiski kej bb, 23272 Novi Bečej Kralja Aleksandra 65, 23220 Srpska Crnja tel: +381 24 711 020 tel: +381 23 773 522 tel/fax: + 381 23 812 626 [email protected], [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.novibecj.rs www.backatopola.org.rs TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE STARA PAZOVA TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF CITY OF NOVI SAD Svetosavska 11, 22300 Stara Pazova BAČKI PETROVAC TOWNSHIP Modene 1 ili Bulevar Mihajla Pupina 9, tel: +381 22 310 140 Maksima Gorkog 17, 21000 Novi Sad [email protected] 21470 Bački Petrovac tel: +381 21 66 173 43, 421 811 tel: +381 21 780 478; fax: +381 21 782 643 fax: +381 21 451 481 TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE [email protected], [email protected] CITY OF SUBOTICA [email protected] [email protected] Trg Slobode 1, 24000 Subotica www.turizambackipetrovac.com www.turizamns.rs tel/fax: + 381 24 670 350 [email protected] TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF BEČEJ TOWNSHIP TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF ODŽACI TOWNSHIP www.visitsubotica.rs Trg Oslobođenja 1, 21220 Bečej Knez Mihajlova 28, 25250 Odžaci www.visitpalic.rs tel: +381 21 6910 404 tel/fax: +381 25 5742 212, 5742 308 [email protected] [email protected] TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF ŠID TOWNSHIP www.tobecej.com www.turizamodzaci.rs Cara Lazara 7, 22240 Šid tel/fax: +381 22 710 661, 710 610 TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE [email protected] BELA CRKVA TOWNSHIP CITY OF PANČEVO www.tourismsid.rs Proleterska 2, 26340 Bela Crkva Sokače 2, 26000 Pančevo tel/faks: +381 (0) 13 851 777 tel: +381 13 351 366, 351 365 TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF [email protected], [email protected] TEMERIN TOWNSHIP [email protected] www.pancevo.info Novosadska 326, 21235 Temerin www.belacrkvato.org tel: +381 21 843 888 lok. 109; fax: +381 21 842 792 TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF RUMA TOWNSHIP [email protected] TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF INĐIJA TOWNSHIP Glavna 172, 22400 Ruma www.temerintourism.org.rs Cara Dušana 1, 22320 Inđija tel: +381 22 470 655 tel: +381 22 510 970 [email protected] PUBLIC ENTERPRISE "TITELSKI BREG" TITEL [email protected] www.rumatourism.com Glavna 1, 21240 Titel www.indjija-tourism.com tel/fax: +381 21 296 21 77, 296 21 78 TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF SEČANJ TOWNSHIP [email protected] TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF IRIG TOWNSHIP Vožda Karađorđa 57, 23240 Sečanj www.titelskibreg.com Ribarski trg 16, 22406 Irig tel: +381 63 884 03 90 tel: +381 22 461 126 [email protected] [email protected] www.turorgirig.org.rs

20 Budapest Vojvodina H Tisza TOURISM ORGANISATION OF VOJVODINA Budapest Szeged TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF VRŠAC TOWNSHIP Address: Bulevar Mihajla Pupina 6/IV, Novi Sad, Serbia Trg Pobede 1, 26300 Vršac Phone: 021/452-910, 472-05-08; fax: 021/420-758 tel: +381 13 832 999, 831 055; email: [email protected] Subotica fax: +381 13 838 050 www.vojvodinaonline.com P E [email protected] Palić [email protected] VOJVODINA Kanjiža Novi Kneževac O PUBLISHER R www.to.vrsac.com Tourist Organisation of Vojvodina Aranca U TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF THE Budapest B FOR THE PUBLISHER E CITY OF ZRENJANINA State Border Duna Gvozden Perković Krivaja Koče Kolarova 68, 23000 Zrenjanin Provincial Border Tel: +381 23 523 160 Čoka AUTHORS Fax: +381 23 523 161 Border Crossing Lazar Lazić, PhD, Professor • Vladimir Stojanović, PhD, Professor B [email protected] E-75 Senta Motorway www.zrenjaninturizam.rs PHOTOS BY Kikinda Lazar Lazić Highway TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF Bačka Topola Zlatica Timişoara S Igor Marinović • Jaroslav Pap A Slip Road R ŽABALJ TOWNSHIP Dragan Gojić • Vladimir Stojanović • Damir Rajtenbah Ada B Trg Svetog Save 3, 21230 Žabalj Sombor Tisa Dunav Photo Archives: TO Pančevo, TO Kikinda, TO Temerin, Čik I tel/fax: +381 21 831 688 Kanal DTD J [email protected] TIC Zrenjanin, Ribolovački magazin, Tamburica Fest Osijek RO Elevation A www.zabalj-tourism.org Bega ENGLISH TRANSLATION A A Nova Crnja Mali Iđoš Boris Borić < 100 m M TOURISM ORGANIZATION OF a ŽITIŠTE TOWNSHIP li Apatin K DESIGN AND PREPRESS a Kula Cara Dušana 5, 23210 Žitište 100 - 200 m n N.Bečej tel: +381 23 822 250, 822 272 Lazarus, www.lazarus.rs al Bečej [email protected] PRINTED BY www.zitistetourism.org 200 - 400 m Begej Simbol, Petrovaradin Vrbas Tisa > 400 m Č Srbobran • CIRCULATION Osijek Odžaci 10.000 Jegrička Timiş BEOČIN TOWNSHIP Žitište Svetosavksa 25, 21300 Beočin Hydrography Temerin Tel: +381 21 870 260, 870 781 HR Bač Žabalj N Fax: +381 21 870 268 Bački Petrovac Zrenjanin Sečanj Timişoara River Danube [email protected] K [email protected] Canal www.beocin.rs Lake, fishpond Bačka Palanka NOVI SAD A Tisa NOVI KNEŽEVAC TOWNSHIP Donau Kanal DTD Plandište Resor turizam, omladina, obrazovanje i sport Titel Begej Kralja Petra I Karađorđevića 1, 23330 Novi Kneževac Municipality Seat Beočin A Tel/fax: +381 230 83 604, 230 82 76 Sr.Karlovci laniinnee (Population) pl [email protected] F r ke www.noviknezevac.rs u š k a g o Kovačica čk Šid r a Vršac aa < 20 000 šš S Opovo rr OPOVO TOWNSHIP Irig Alibunar VV 20 000 - 50 000 Odeljenje za privredu, Zagreb E-70 R Inđija razvoj i javne nabavke 50 000 - 100 000 Ruma De Borisa Kidriča 10, 26204 Opovo Bosut Tamiš lib la T Tel: +381 13 681 950, 681 030 tsk > 100 000 Dunav a Karaš Fax: +381 13 681 202 Stara Pazova p Sr.Mitrovica E e [email protected] šč Bela Crkva www.opovo.org.rs a ra Sava Pećinci Pančevo MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATION OF PEĆINCI TOWNSHIP Distances (km) Nera M Slobodana Bajića 5, 22410 Pećinci BiH Dunărea Tel: +381 22 400 740, 400 737 Novi Sad Zemun Beograd Fax: +381 22 400 792 98 Kikinda Sava Kovin [email protected] Danube [email protected] Niš Donau 96 134 Pančevo Šabac www.pecinci.org 98 139 194 Sombor Drina PLANDIŠTE TOWNSHIP 54 150 89 152 Sr. Mitrovica A Vojvode Putnika 38, 26360 Plandište Tel: +381 13 861 033, 861 035 103 104 199 58 157 Subotica J I Fax: +381 13 861 134 147 156 65 245 149 228 Vršac C B [email protected] E N R www.plandiste-opstina.rs 51 60 74 149 105 132 96 Zrenjanin T R A A S 81 136 15 179 72 184 82 76 Beograd L N 0 5 10 15 30 45km www.vojvodinaonline.com

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