Why Novi Sad Should Be on Your Travel List, Novi Sad, Serbia
Novi Sad is the second biggest city in Serbia and that automatically elevates it to an important place in the country’s map and history. Besides its positioning on the banks of River Danube, it is rich with beautiful architecture and a rich legacy of the Habsburg Monarchy – the traces of which can be seen in the details of the houses. Not to mention its rich coffee culture, laid back attitude and excellent shopping!
You simply cannot discard it as “another eastern European city.” There are very few buildings dating before 19th century – as it was destroyed completely in the 1848 revolution.
I arrived by the bus from Belgrade, hoping to spend only a few hours before returning on a train. But as I walked down the main street (right opposite the bus station), I was surprised to see how lively the city was – there was no way I was going to absorb the city in such a short time! Suddenly I wished I had more time! I loved the pretty houses, the random street art and so many cafes! Well, okay, I stopped at three in total, just for the experience! The weather was fortunately on my side! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
You simply cannot discard it as “another eastern European city.” There are very few buildings dating before 19th century – as it was destroyed completely in the 1848 revolution.
I arrived by the bus from Belgrade, hoping to spend only a few hours before returning on a train. But as I walked down the main street (right opposite the bus station), I was surprised to see how lively the city was – there was no way I was going to absorb the city in such a short time! Suddenly I wished I had more time! I loved the pretty houses, the random street art and so many cafes! Well, okay, I stopped at three in total, just for the experience! The weather was fortunately on my side! ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Why Novi Sad Should Be on Your Travel List
Guide Location: Serbia » Novi Sad
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Author: Anjaly Thomas
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Guide Location: Serbia » Novi Sad
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Anjaly Thomas
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Petrovaradin Fortress
- Clock Tower
- Church of Virgin
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