Novi Sad

Novi Sad is the administrative and cultural center of Vojvodina, situated on the banks of the Danube in the flatland region of northern Serbia. The city center is defined by Trg slobode, pedestrian streets, and buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries, while on the opposite bank of the river, atop the Petrovaradin rock, stands Petrovaradin Fortress. Museums, galleries, churches, and Dunavski park round out a visit to the center, and the Štrand beach on the Danube offers space for swimming and recreation. In the surroundings of the city lie the Čenej farmsteads, Sremski Karlovci, and the monasteries of Fruška Gora, which complement a stay with excursions beyond the city center. Novi Sad is also known for its cultural events and festivals.