Danube river
The river Danube is not the biggest, but it is certainly the most important European river. The
river Danube enters into
Vojvodina in its middle course, 1433 km away from its spring, where is the junction of the three borders of Republic of Hungary, Republic of Croatia and Republik of Serbia. The river goes out at the mouth of
the river Nera to the
Danube.
In this part of its course, the
river Danube has all characteristics of a depression river. It inundates at a higher water level creating numerous islands and backwaters. Among many backwaters and swamps arise unique
natural oasis that are settled by many species of plants and animals.
All places along the coast of the
river Danube in
Vojvodina have rich hunting and fishing fund. Rare bird species and capital exemplars of deer and wild swine can be seen here.
Of its natural resources, the most important are the
national park of Fruska Gora,
Apatin's swampy region,
Karadjordjevo,
Petrovaradin-Kovilj's swampy region and
Deliblato sands. There are
many hunting areas that can be approached by boat through backwaters in these zones.
At places along the
river Danube are present orthodox and catholic churches and also temples of other religious groups built from XVII to XIX century. Most of them are decorated with valuable iconostasis, frescoes and icons.
Ludas lake
The lake of Ludas is situated
12 km southwest of Subotica, about 10 km away from the
motorway E-75 in the direction of
Horgos. It is 6 km long and occupies an area of 387 ha.
It is surrounded by the settlements
Hajdukovo, Nosa, Ludas and
Supljak. It araised under the influence of wind in the Ice Ages. It is one of the most preserved lake-swamp ecosystems in the steppe zone in Europe and a center of
biological diversity, where numerous rare, endemic and relic plants survive.
Ludas is an
ornithological station, so thanks to that it is put under a special form of country protection. There are objects of special cultural value around the lake. On the left bank of the lake is the
hundred years old Roka's farm that has ambient value. Since ancient times, the farm was a place of gathering, where people were cooking stews, selling fish, etc. The farm possesses a valuable ethno-collection of 800 authentic objects that served people once. The greatest value of this ethno-house is its preserved original appearance that fits to a
Pannonian house built in three parts. There is also the possibility of boat renting and accommodation in handicrafts.
Deliblato sands
Deliblato sand is located in the
southern part of Banat between the
river Danube and the
western Carphatian slopes. It is 354 km long and around 11 km wide and it extends as an ellipse in the direction of southeast northwest.
Deliblato sands
represents a unique phenomenon in Europe by its genesis, orography, climate and specific flora and fauna, so it was called the European Sahara at one time. Impressive dimensions of
Deliblato sand, its beauty and permanent changing color of flowers, leaves, low and woody flora make this dune's relief extremely attractive.
The Girl's well separately stands out by its beauty. Many legends tell about the name of the Girl's well. A hundred years ago when this well was built in connection with afforesting, the girls usually were water carriers and were gathering around this well to take water to the diligent and tired workers who were working at the arid sand. So, this well probably got the name according to that. At the picnic place of the Girl's well, accommodations count around 150 beds, and you also can find there sports terrains for football, volleyball, handball, a swimming pool, trim track, footpaths etc.
Fruska Gora Mountain

The most popular one day tourist destination from Belgrade is a visit to the
Fruska Gora Mountain,
protected by the National Park of Nature.
Fruska Gora Mountain has also been called
The third Saint Mount because of its
17 monasteries.
The fame of the wines of the
Fruska Gora goes far back to the period of the
Habsburg Monarchy. This famous wine has been sipped at the Court of Vienna, throughout Europe, America and many other countries.
Our tours generally provide visits to two monasteries, or more if desired, and is combined with a visit of an ethnic exhibition or house, farmsteads, wine cellars or vineyards. Such an excursion can be combined with a tour to
Sremski Karlovci as well as to the
Museum of Bread in the
village of Pecinci.
Carska Swamp
Carska Bara is a spacious, clean, blue body of water that is adorned by densely growing strands of reeds and shrubbery, and willow groves stretch along the tapering parts of the
Stari Begej River.
Carska Bara is a ten minute drive from
Kovačica.
Carska Bara is a spacious, clean, blue body of water that is adorned by densely growing strands of reeds and shrubbery, and willow groves stretch along the tapering parts of the
Stari Begej River.
The fauna here is as abundant as the
flora.
Bear, deer, fox, rabbit, and as many as 24 kinds of fish thrive in this area. The presence of wild fowl here with about 240 different species of
birds has brought notoriety to this area and it has been recognized as by
UNESCO as an important wetlands area. After a fish lunch visitors may spend the afternoon by
cycling, fishing, paragliding or simply enjoying nature.
You should not miss it!
Ovcarsko-Kablarska Gorge
Ovcarsko-Kablarska Gorge is situated in the central part of
Serbia. It is a natural sight of remarkable characteristics, the first class treasure, and it is under protection of the state. Natural beauties of this region and multitude of cultural-historical monuments make it very interesting for visitors.
The meanders of the
river Zapadna Morava, infinite greenness of the surrounding forests, monasteries, thermal water of
Ovcar Spa, flora and fauna, 2 artificial lakes which offer possibilities for recreational tourism, constitute the tourist offer of this region.
Mountains Ovcar and Kablar are suitable for mountain climbing; there are 8 marked mountain paths, so that they attract a large number of lovers of this sport. Numerous artists will find their inspiration here, and all those who want to afford themselves holiday and recovery will stay here.
Ovcarsko-Kablarska Gorge is recognized for its natural beauties as well as for its cultural-historical monuments.
The monasteries played an important role, not only in
spiritual sense, but also in development of the national conscience, in acquiring knowledge and in teaching illiterates how to read and write, throughout the history of Serbia and Serbian people who lived on this territory for centuries.
Monasteries of
Ovcarsko-Kablarska Gorge (
Serbian Holy Mountain) represent the evidence of the past times and each of these monasteries (there are 10 of them) has its own story related to the period of its foundation and existence on this territory.
The life of one nation, the customs and historical events can be understood through the architecture, iconostasis, preserved books and religious objects.
Monastery Nikolje (St. Nicholas) had a big scribe room in the past. The oldest, here preserved book is Psalter from 1534.
Monastery Vavedenje (Purification) has rare old books among which there is Belgrade Quadri-gospel dating back from 1552. It was printed by Trajan Gundulic.
Monastery Uspenije (Ascension), located on
Jovanje Hill, on the left bank of the
Zapadna Morava had a Tower in its churchyard. It served as defense from the enemies; it had several floors and a basement. In the rooms of the Tower the religious books were written and copied. There was a bell on its top which announced the beginning of religious services, as well as the other announcements, especially in case of danger.
Monastery Sretenje (Visitation) has an inbuilt iconostasis which can’t be seen in any other of the
monasteries in the gorge…