DIGITAL NOMAD GUIDE - VOJVODINA, SERBIA 2022/2023. by Be Happy Work and Travel

Digital Nomad Guide Through Novi Sad and Vojvodina 2022/23.

BENEFACTORS Republic of Serbia Autonomous Province of Vojvodina The Provincial Secretariat for Economy and Tourism

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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 DIGITAL NOMAD STATISTICS.........................................................................................................4

CHAPTER 2

MEET VOJVODINA...............................................................................................................................20 NOVI SAD................................................................................................................................36 ZRENJANIN............................................................................................................................44 SUBOTICA..............................................................................................................................48 SOMBOR..................................................................................................................................52 SREMSKA MITROVICA...................................................................................................56 KIKINDA...................................................................................................................................60 VRŠAC.......................................................................................................................................64

Chapter 1 Although the phrase “digital nomad” is becoming more and more common in modern society, many nations and cultures continue to have misconceptions about it. In general, digital nomads work while traveling, which is the ideal lifestyle for those who are adventure-hungry.

They take advantage of advancements in modern technology, the impact of COVID-19 and the resultant ease of working remotely. For most digital nomads, all that is required is a reliable internet connection.

Although this sounds as easy as one, two, three, we’ll see later in the article that it isn’t all smooth sailing as there are often challenges encountered along the way.

DIGITAL NOMAD

STATISTICS In this guide we’ll explore what life as a digital nomad is like and look at some of the most popular statistics that pertain to this lifestyle comprising of 35,000,000 individuals a surprise. Let’s dive in!

Digital nomad statistics Age The current (as it stands in 2022) average age of all digital nomads is 40 years of age. This is slightly higher than the average age of digital nomads in the USA in 2021 where that average stood at 32 years of age. However, individuals in their 30s make up almost half of all digital nomads worldwide, sitting at 47%. A staggering 61% of all digital nomads started their journey in their 20s, while the remaining percentage were all over the age of 30 before embarking on their journey of locational independence. According to studies, the oldest digital nomad to be actively pursuing this lifestyle is 72 years of age!

Gender The split between male and female digital nomads worldwide is an almost identical one. Males make up the majority at 50.19% and females make up the minority (only just) at 49.81% – pretty close!

Main Male Occupation The main occupations of male digital nomads as of 2022 fall within the digital field. Such jobs include marketing, IT/development and digital design.

Main Female Occupation When it comes to females, however, the most popular occupations as of 2022 fall within the creative or marketing fields. This includes creative jobs include digital design, writing and animation.

Marriage Status Digital nomad relationships are by no means an easy feat. Everything is done together! You work together, you travel together, you eat together, you sleep together. This can often mean that relationships move along much faster than in a normal work environment. For this reason, we observe that the majority of digital nomads are married and of this majority, most partners are either travelling with them full-time or parttime. Many digital nomad couples also meet along the way on their travels, and we often find that plans may change after meeting that special someone in a faraway land.

Digital nomad statistics Countries Granting Digital Nomad Visas While it is illegal to work in a foreign country, even from the comfort of your hotel (or the beach) using your laptop, things are finally starting to change as countries are opening up to the idea of specialist Digital Nomad Visas. Aside from these, we are also noticing a rise in other forms of visas such as Remote Work Visas and Freelancer Visas. Some of the more favorable countries currently offering Digital Nomad Visas include: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Antigua and Barbuda Bali Croatia Czech Republic Costa Rica The UAE – Dubai Germany Iceland Turkey Thailand Portugal Mexico

Most Popular Cities Given the above most popular countries for digital nomads above, the most popular cities for digital nomads naturally fall within the borders of these countries: • Playa Del Carmen in Mexico • Chiang Mai and Koh Lanta in Thailand • Canggu and Ubud in Bali, Indonesia • Zagreb, Split in Croatia • Medellin in Colombia • Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An in Vietnam

Kids On the contrary to travelling with partners, most couples don’t travel with children, although a small number do. A very small percentage of digital nomad couples travel with younger children (under the age of 18), although it is not uncommon for couples to start families and have children whilst travelling or remote working in a foreign country.

A few other notable locations around the world are Taipei, Montpellier, Ko Pha Ngan, Buenos Aires and Istanbul. It’s really no wonder why people choose to live in these beautiful cities!

Digital nomad statistics Favourite Places to Work A number of factors apply when looking at the best places to work for digital nomads, fast reliable internet being the most important. However, noise levels are also of the utmost importance. Preferred conditions are either quiet environments such as libraries or environments where there is limited background noise such as a café/restaurant or a co-working space. However, the most popular place for digital nomads to work is in the comfort of their accommodation. However, having said that, it is of the utmost importance to take regular breaks and get out to socialize for the benefit of one’s mental health! It’s all about balance, after all.

Dating Dating is a big factor when on the road and it isn’t always easy as there can be large cultural differences from one’s home country. Brazil came out on top when it came to the overall best country for dating as a digital nomad. London was the best city and Latin America and Western Europe the best regions. Consider these places when choosing your next destination!

Struggles and Pain Points It’s not all fun and games for digital nomads. While the lifestyle offers incredible opportunities, it can also be very lonely at times as you are often away from friends and family for long periods of time. This can lead to mental health issues as one can be quite isolated, especially when deadlines loom and many hours are spent behind the laptop. Other issues include, but are not limited to: • • • • • •

Maintaining existing client/customer relationships Finding new clients/customers Tax issues Medical insurance Common consumables not available Travel fatigue

These difficulties are, by no means, reason enough to avoid becoming a digital nomad. However, it’s always a good idea to be aware of the reality of the lifestyle and the good and the bad things that go along with it.

Digital nomad statistics Cost of the Digital Nomad Lifestyle There are many ways to skin a cat, and this applies to the cost of digital nomad lifestyle too. One can live a lavish lifestyle and not save a cent or travel at all. Alternatively, one can live thriftily and save a vast sum of money and travel the world extensively.

At the end of the day, it’s all down to what you want to get out of being a digital nomad. On average, the digital nomad lifestyle will cost you around 1793 EUR per month, so take this into account when planning your next destination.

Productivity Levels The digital nomad lifestyle can be quite disruptive, especially if one is constantly traveling around and not settling in a particular location. However, if one does find a base for an extended period of time, it has been proven that productivity can actually increase. The majority of business owners agree that productivity is not negatively affected by being location

Earning potential Digital nomads are able to earn quite well compared to average working-class .The average digital nomad makes 114.171 EUR a year. It some instances, this is almost double the average salary, making it increasingly attractive. This is largely due to not having large expenses such a mortgage, car repayments or student loans.

Impact of COVID-19 The digital nomad lifestyle has been around for many years but the COVID-19 pandemic saw a massive increase in the worldwide number of digital nomads. This was largely due to more freedom and greater flexibility within the workplace, higher salaries and the ability to carry out your job from anywhere.

Ethnicity According to Digital Nomad statistics, the spilt of digital nomads by ethnic demographic are as follows: • • • •

Caucasian decent (White/European) – 76% Latino/Hispanic – 10% Asian – 8% Non-Caucasian (Black/African) – 6%

Digital nomad statistics

Changing Times and Economic Opportunities As the digital nomad movement grows, so too are countries adapting to this so-called “new normal”. Many countries have got onboard and have created specialized Digital Nomad Visas, while others have made their communities more digital nomad friendly.

Travel While Working While the majority of Digital Nomads prefer staying in the same location for anywhere between three and nine months, this does not mean that travel is off the cards. International travel is often difficult with having to adapt to different time zones, but regional travel is welcomed. Often, shorter stays entail more travel and leisure whilst longer stays are generally geared up to work-specific trips. Often, shorter stays entail more travel and leisure whilst longer stays are generally geared up to work-specific trips.

Digital nomads spend money on both local goods and services, thus contributing to local economies and adding to the GDP of that given country. With an estimated $787 billion spent by digital nomads each year, it is a huge economic opportunity for countries to tap into.

Planned Time on the Road Once again, this comes down to personal preference. Many decide to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle fully and carry on with it indefinitely. Others decide to do it for shorter periods of time. Whatever your intention is, you can customize the digital nomad lifestyle to fit your needs!

Digital nomad statistics

Saving Potential

Future Trends

An attractive advantage of being a digital nomad who loves to travel is that one can work and earn in a strong currency and then travel to countries with a weaker currency, allowing one to save. It is also always recommended to do as the locals do – eat local food, shop at local stores. Western items mean western prices!

With the world opening up more and more now due to the slowing down of the spread of COVID-19, the outlook for the future of digital nomads is exciting. More and more companies are now being open to remote work, countries are becoming more invested in it and the daily digital numbers are on the rise. This upward trajectory is expected to continue to rise as more people seek out the advantages of location independent work.

Future Planning When planning your future digital nomad adventure, there a few things to consider always. At the top of the list is fast, reliable internet! You also want to be comfortable where you are staying – a warm, homely environment where your productivity levels can soar.

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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Lastly, make sure that you have all 6. the daily requirements covered – 7. local supermarkets, restaurants, 8. gyms, public transport and the like. 9. 10.

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United Kingdom Consumer prices in Serbia are 44.63% lower than in United Kingdom (without rent). Consumer prices including rent in Serbia are 54.44% lower than in United Kingdom. Rent Prices in Serbia are 75.57% lower than in United Kingdom. Restaurant prices in Serbia are 57.31% lower than in United Kingdom. Groceries prices in Serbia are 44.66% lower than in United Kingdom. Local purchasing power in Serbia is 55.37% lower than in United Kingdom.

Sweden Consumer prices in Serbia are 46.04% lower than in Sweden (without rent). Consumer prices including rent in Serbia are 51.41% lower than in Sweden. Rent prices in Serbia are 67.30% lower than in Sweden. Restaurant prices in Serbia are 56.44% lower than in Sweden. Groceries prices in Serbia are 51.10% lower than in Sweden. Local purchasing power in Serbia is 56.22% lower than in Sweden.

Germany Consumer prices in Serbia are 44.10% lower than in Germany (without rent). Consumer prices including rent in Serbia are 51.72% lower than in Germany. Rent prices in Serbia are 71% lower than in Germany. Restaurant prices in Serbia are 48.74% lower than in Germany. Groceries prices in Serbia are 44.70% lower than in Germany. Local purchasing power in Serbia is 59.32% lower than in Germany.

COMPARA$$ION €RBIA AND... United States

Consumer prices in Serbia are 52.16% lower than in United States (without rent). Consumer prices including rent in Serbia are 64.16% lower than in United States. Rent prices in Serbia are 83.88% lower than in United States. Restaurant prices in Serbia are 58.56% lower than in United States. Groceries prices in Serbia are 61.53% lower than in United States. Local purchasing power in Serbia is 58.35% lower than in United States.

Canada Consumer prices in Serbia are 51.53% lower than in Canada (without rent). Consumer prices including rent in Serbia are 60.08% lower than in Canada. Rent prices in Serbia are 78.54% lower than in Canada. Restaurant prices in Serbia are 57.82% lower than in Canada. Groceries prices in Serbia are 60.57% lower than in Canada. Local purchasing power in Serbia is 58.27% lower than in Canada.

Australia Consumer prices in Serbia are 53.93% lower than in Australia (without rent). Consumer prices including rent in Serbia are 61.67% lower than in Australia. Rent prices in Serbia are 78.94% lower than in Australia. Restaurant prices in Serbia are 57.69% lower than in Australia. Groceries prices in Serbia are 63.13% lower than in Australia. Local purchasing power in Serbia is 64.58% lower than in Australia.

Source: Numbeo

Chapter 2

MEET VOJVODINA

AUTONOMOUS PROVINCE OF VOJVODINA Area: 28,500 km² Population: 1.931.809 (2011) Climate: moderately continental Regions: Bačka, Banat and Srem HUNGARY

Official and traditional Coat of arms of AP Vojvodina, respectively

ROMANIA CROATIA

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA BULGARIA

MONTENEGRO

ALBANIA

NORTH MACEDONIA

Meet Vojvodina Vojvodina is an autonomous province that occupies the northernmost part of Serbia. It lies within the Pannonian Basin, bordered to the South by the national capital Belgrade and the Sava and Danube Rivers. The administrative center, Novi Sad, is the second-largest city in Serbia. The historic regions of Banat, Bačka and Srem overlap the province. Modern Vojvodina is multi-ethnic and multi-cultural, with some 26 ethnic groups and six official languages. About two million people, nearly 27% of Serbia’s population (excluding Kosovo and Metohija). live in the province. Public Media Institution ‘’ Radio Television of Vojvodina’’, programming is produced and broadcast in 10 languages, each with their own editorial team and includes Serbian and nine languages of the minority communities living in Vojvodina: Hungarian, Slovak, Romanian, Ruthanian, Ukrainian, Roma, Croatian, Macedonian, and Bunjevac. *The total number of tourist arrivals in the Republic of Serbia in the period January-April 2022 was 907,481, which is 67.8% more compared to the same period of the

previous year. Of the total number of tourist arrivals, 18.0% were arrivals in the area of AP Vojvodina. In Vojvodina, in the period January - April 2022, the total number of tourist arrivals was 162,995 (58.8% were domestic tourists, 41.2% foreign tourists), which is 83.2% more than in the same period of the previous year. The number of domestic tourist arrivals in Vojvodina increased by 42.5%, and foreign tourists by as much as 208.8% compared to the period January - April 2021. The first four months of 2022, a total of 2,895,160 overnight stays by tourists were recorded in the Republic of Serbia, which is 47.2% more compared to the same period in 2021. Of the total number of registered overnight stays, 16.4% wereregistered in the area of AP Vojvodina. In Vojvodina, in the observed period, the total number of overnight stays of tourists was 475,371 (54.5% were domestic overnight stays, and 45.5% were foreign tourist overnight stays), which is 50.8% more than in the period January - April of the previous year. The number of overnight stays by domestic tourists increased by 27.9%, and by foreign tourists by as much as 92.2%. *According to Dr. Nenad Ivanišević, Provincial Secretary for Economy and Tourism

Meet Vojvodina

Petrovaradin Fortress

One of the biggest, most intricate, and well-preserved

strongholds in all of Europe. The “Gibraltar on the Danube” known as Petrovaradin Fortress was constructed between 1692 and 1780 and was never conquered. Upper and Lower Town (Podgrađe) are located within the fortification. A clock tower that has a large hand for hours and a little hand for minutes stands out in the Upper Town. The Petrovaradin Fortress’s underground military tunnels are a four-story communication and defense network that is roughly 16 kilometers long and a singular tourist destination. Visitors can access the corridors with the assistance of knowledgeable guides from the City Museum of Novi Sad.

Sremski Karlovci Meet the famous town Sremski Karlovci, admire its baroque architecture, which are significant places for Serbia’s history, culture, and national heritage. Sremski Karlovci is a town full of temptations. You should know how to resist the honey of Sremski Karlovci and more than that, how to resist world-famous wine - bermet, it has a unique taste as a result of even twenty different herbs and spices.

The Clock Tower, Petrovaradin Fortres

That wine was drunk by unfortunate passengers of the Titanic during their voyage to far away from America.

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Imperial Swamp Carska Bara

C arska Bara, located in the municipality of Zrenjanin, is Serbia’s

largest individual bog. Banat is a province of Vojvodina. The reserve is made up of a variety of wetland ecosystems, including lakes, swamps, meadows, and forests. It forms the Special nature reserve with the neighboring pond of Stari Begej-the old arm of the Begej river. Bara Carska Wetlands are made up of many smaller bodies of water such as rivers, canals, lakes, and ponds. It is known for its cotor diversity and is covered in reed beds, willow thickets, and rushes. The central lake section is known for its clear, blue water, while the surrounding salt marshes have white and yellow waters sur-

rounded by green woods. Carska Bara is best known for its abundant birdlife, with the first ornithological exploration taking place in the late nineteenth century. In the area, 240 bird species have been identified. There are thriving heron (grey heron, little egret) and cormorant colonies, including pygmy commorant, as well as buzzards, Eurasian sparrow-hawks, common spoonbills, western marsh harrier, Montagu’s harrier, red breasted goose, osprey, graylag goose, stork, and woodcock, among other species. Some of the 110 species of birds are migratory. Herons are thought to be the most important to the ecosystem.

Palić Lake M eet the well-known Lake Palic, as well as the settlement of the

same name, is located near Subotica and the Horgos border crossing in Hungary. It has a tourist tradition dating back nearly 150 years. Its distinct atmosphere makes it ideal for leisure and relaxation. The lake is Serbia’s largest wind-blown lake. In 1881, the Vermes brothers organized a sports competition in Palic that was similar to the old Greek Olympic Games. Palic then becomes a well-known sports center at the end of the nineteenth century. The Great Park was designed in 1842 to look like an English garden. The water tower, the Great Terrace,

the Summer Stage, the concert pavilion, and a zoo are all located in the park, which is set in a beautiful botanic garden. It is 8 kilometers from Subotica. The lake is a summer destination with a pleasant climate and 2,100 sunny hours per year. The Lake is elliptical in shape, with a 17-kilometer-long shoreline. The water is about 2 meters deep on average. We recommend a one-day sightseeing tour if you want to explore this part of Vojvodina. You will visit Dunjdjerski Castle, Zvonko Bogdan Winery, Subotica, and Pali, where you will sample traditional Vojvodina cuisine in one of the farms.

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Explore National Park Fruška Gora Staro Hopovo Monastery

Numerous hiking trails, medieval monasteries, a one-of-a-kind gastronomy and wine experience at a local home, Spa Resort Vrdnik, and so on.

The mountain is densely forested, with hundred-year-old oak and birch trees, as well as the linden, a tree revered by the Slavic people. The mountain, with its highest peak, Crveni ot 539 m (Red Cot), and much of its surroundings are part of a national park that spans 25.000 ha. This mountain appears to have evolved from the cultivated Vojvodina Plain. It offers numerous opportunities for hiking and biking tours, as well as numerous interesting trails. 28

Meet famous 16 Orthodox Christian Monasteries ...which have been preserved to this day from the original thirty-five, as many as there were in the 16th and 17th centuries. Because of them, Fruška Gora received the epithet “Holy”, or as they also call it “Serbian Athos”. Moving from the east to the west, there are monasteries: Velika Remeta, Krušedol, Grgeteg, Staro Hopovo, Novo Hopovo, Rakovac, Beočin, Vrdnik, Jazak, Mala Remeta, Bešenovo, Šišatovac, Petkovica, Kuveždin, Đipša and Privina Glava.

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Nature reserve Zasavica The Zasavica special na-

ture reserve is just a few kilometers across the Sava river from the town of Sremska Mitrovica. Zasavica is a protected wetland comprised of meadows, canals, creeks, and the Zasavica River itself. The area was first designated as protected in 1997. Over 600 plant species have been identified in the reservation.

The reserve is home to 185 bird species, 120 of which are resident. Zasavica is listed as an IBA because of its large number of birds, which includes rare species such as night heroin and spotted crake (important bird areas). Another feature that distinguishes Zasavica is the presence of the largest donkey farm in Eastern Europe. Zasavica donkey cheese is one of the world’s five most expensive dishes.

The Vršac wine route The Vršac wine route is also located in this part of the country, so the locals won’t let you leave without trying a glass of this ambrosia from the Banat vineyards. And if you find yourself here in the third weekend of September, don’t miss the “Dani Berbe” (eng. Harvest days), an event at which you can try the best wines of this region

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Nature reserve Deliblato sands Deliblato sands, one of Europe’s last deserts, stretches over 300 square kilometers and was formed by the wind that brought the sand. If you visit Deliblato Sands, you will be walking across Europe’s last desert. Those who dare will go wolf hunting, while others will enjoy the beautiful nature and nearly picture-perfect landscapes of Africa in the heart of Europe. Deliblato sands, the unique phenomenon in this corner of the world - “the European Sahara,” as it’s popularly known - is a mustsee! It was created by the wind’s creative power, which brought sand and created the desert-like relief. The rest was taken care of by the endless Pannonian plain.

What is the best way to get to the Deliblato sands? Deliblato Sands is 100 kilometers from Belgrade and is best reached via the Panevo-Kovin-Bela Crkva road. Buses run frequently from the Belgrade bus station to Bela Crkva. The most direct route from central Serbia to this region is via the Smederevo bridge and the Deliblato sands. If you’re coming from Vojvodina, take the Vrac overpass to Bela Crkva.

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FOOD OLYMPIC GAMES THROUGH VOJVODINA From Turiija’s Sausage Fest (kobasicijada), Kačarevos Bacon Fest (slaniniada), through Vršac’s Wine Fest (grozđebal), Kovilj’s Brandy Fair (rakijada), all the way to Karlovac’s kuglof (Kugelhupf) and Kikinda’s ludaja (pumpkin), there are a handful of events in Vojvodina that, in addition to promotion, can bring significant financial benefits to the communities where they are held. In recent years, Vojvodina’s “ijadas” have experienced a real expansion, so there is almost no place in the province that does not have its own event promoting local products. With around 1,200 events held annually in the province, it could be said that Vojvodina has excellent tourism potential and a significant economic opportunity. By visiting such events, you will have the opportunity to taste the most delicious local products on the

spot, as well as to feel the spirit of living in small Vojvodina villages. Eat, breathe, feel Vojvodina.

TYPE Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Social Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest Sports Gastronomy fest Gastronomy fest

EVENT

DAYS OF PETROVAC AND KULEN FESTIVAL

TURIJA’S SAUSAGE FESTIVAL

SAUSAGE FESTIVAL

BACON FESTIVAL

WINE FEST

KULEN FEST

SAČ FEST

GOULASH FEST

KUGELHUPF FESTIVAL

KULEN FEST

ĐOKIJADA (GEORGE’S GAMES)

SHOPSKA SALAD FESTIVAL

BRANDY FESTIVAL

OPASULJIVANJE (BEAN COOKING FESTIVAL)

STRUDEL FESTIVAL

LIKA OLYMPICS

STEW OLYMPICS (KOTILIĆIJADA)

GOLDEN STEW POT OF VOJVODINA

FESTIVAL OF HOMEMADE SAUSAGE, KULEN & BACON

August

July

June

May

April

February

MONTH

Gaj, Kovin

Laćarak

Banja Junaković, Apatin

Novo Miloševo

Novi Bečej

Žitište

Pančevo

Belegiš

Erdevik

Sremski Karlovci

Debeljača

Nova Gajdobra

Gložan

Rivica

Kačarevo

Belo Blato

Turija

Bački Petrovac

Bačka Palanka

LOCATION

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PUMPKIN DAYS

GASTRO FEST

FISH SOUP FESTIVAL

TORTIJADA (CAKE COMPETITION)

INTERNATIONAL BRANDY FESTIVAL

FUTOG CABBAGE FESTIVAL

TRIPE FESTIVAL

SARMA FESTIVAL

RUMENKA ASPIC FESTIVAL

SREM KLOB-KOB FEST (SAUSAGE)

HURKA- KOLBÁSZFESZTIVÁL

KUPUSINA SAUSAGE FESTIVAL

SZENTA BRANDY FESTIVAL

December

November

October

September

August

Popular “IJADAS” in Vojvodina

Gastronomy fest

PAPRIKASH FESTIVAL

Senta

Kupusina

Adorján

Šid

Rumenka

Bačka Topola

Kikinda

Futog

Pančevo

Lalić

Belo Blato

Bečej

Kikinda

Česško Selo

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NOVI SAD European Capital of Culture 2022

Novi Sad - Facts

N ovi Sad is a city on the Danube in northern Serbia, south of the Pannonian flatland. For three centuries, namely as long as it has been known as Novi Sad / Újvidék/ Neusatz, the city has served as a repository for the diverse and rich cultural heritage of the many nations that call it home. Material and intangible cultural heritage created over centuries serves as the foundation for an interactive network of scientific and cultural institutions, making Novi Sad today a space of active meeting of cultures and diverse identities. Novi Sad was named European Capital of Culture 2021 and European Youth Capital 2019 in recognition of the creative energy embodied by youth groups and organizations that have contributed to an already identifiable traditional cultural platform. Novi Sad is a city of museums, galleries, and events, the most well-known of which is the EXIT Music Festival, which has received international acclaim and recognition. Novi Sad, with its urban core and rural surroundings, offers visitors an agenda packed with incredible content. Picnic areas, preserved eco-systems, and the complex of Serbian Orthodox monasteries are located in the vicinity of an urban city core characterized by baroque, neo-renaissance, classicistic, and Bauhaus buildings. The “Salaš” farmsteads, “čarda” taverns, and wine trails on the outskirts of Novi Sad allow visitors to experience the richness of gastronomy and rural traditions. Novi Sad, as a Danube city, a city of European history and tradition, as well as the Balkans’ endemic hospitality, is an experience you have been missing.

The old city core of Novi Sad is comprised of the urban areas of Liberty Square, Zmaj Jovina, and Dunavska (Danube) Street. The Liberty Square is dominated by City Hall and the Roman Catholic Church of the Name of Mary. The City Hall is a massive Neo-Renaissance structure built in 1894, while the Roman Catholic Parish Church of the Name of Mary was built in Neo-Gothic style between 1893 and 1895. The Liberty Square also houses the following structures: Hotel Vojvodina (1854), Vojvodjanska Banka (1892), and the Roman Catholic Parish Office (1808), Serbian Orthodox Church of the Holy Mother’s Assumption (1776), and the Synagogue (1909) are all in Novi Sad.

Novi Sad is located on the E-75 Highway, while the E-70 Highway is 70 kilometers to the south in the direction of Belgrade. Border crossings with Hungary are located at Baki Breg (120 km), Kelebija (120 km), and Horgo (120 km) (118 km). Bezdan (112 km), Batrovci (90 km), and Bačka Palanka are the border crossings with Croatia (40 km). Srpska Crnja (101 km), Vatin (129 km), and Kaludjerovo (via Beograd) are the border crossings with Romania (199 km). Sremska Rača is the border crossing with Bosnia and Herzegovina (88 km). The “Nikola Tesla” (Belgrade) Airport is 70 kilometers from Novi Sad. Flight tickets can be purchased through your preferred travel company or any travel agent in Serbia. You can get information about transfers from Novi Sad to “Nikola Tesla” Airport in Belgrade at the Tourist Information Centres of the City of Novi Sad.

The local bus station at Bulevar Jaše Tomića 6 provides frequent intercity departures, both locally and internationally. You can find out more at gspns.rs. Novi Sad can be reached by the Danube, but only on cruising tours at the moment. The Danube Bike Path, part of the EuroVelo 6 bicycle route, runs 667 kilometers through Serbia from the Hungarian to the Bulgarian borders. In Novi Sad, bicycle tracks have been built along most major traffic routes, and there is also the NS Bike bicycle rental system. We recommend that you leave your car in one of the public garages if you plan to stay in Novi Sad for an extended period of time. The majority of Novi Sad’s accommodations have their own private parking space. Most gas stations are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Novi Sad is one of the stops on the international train route Vienna-Budapest-Belgrade (from 2025). Information about Novi Sad to Belgrade departures is available srbijavoz.rs.

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CO$T$ OF £IF€ You gotta know! Places to work from: Great Internet: Fast: 67 Mbps Friendly to foreigners: Great Racial tolerance: Good

Clock tower, Petrovaradin Fortress

Safety: Good

Freedom of speech: Good Peace (no pol. conflict): Good English speaking: Good LGBTQ+ friendly: Okay Serbian police always show professionalism no discrimination they serve and protect people of all races, religion and sexuality.

Novi Sad is 15.10% less expensive than Belgrade. Rent in Novi Sad is, on average, 33.80% lower than in Belgrade

Education level: High Healthcare: Good Quality of life score: Good Power: 230V 50Hz Cashless: Yes Tap water: Yes, safe to drink

Novi Sad - Facts Restaurants Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

5.11 EUR

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 21.29 EUR Three-course McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

5.11 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.60 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

2.12 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.31 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.32 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

1.32 EUR

Rent Per Month

Sports & Leisure Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

26 EUR

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 295 EUR

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

7 EUR

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 225 EUR

Cinema 1 seat

5 EUR

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 563 EUR

Utilities (Monthly) Basic (Electricity, Heating, 133 EUR Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85 m2 apartment Internet (60 Mbps or more, unlimited data)

21 EUR

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 414 EUR

Transportation One-way Ticket 0.55 EUR (Public Transport) Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

1.19 EUR

Taxi 1 km (Normal Tariff)

0.59 EUR

Taxi 1 hour Waiting 4.25 EUR (Normal Tariff) Source: Numbeo

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ZRENJANIN Z renjanin is located on the western edge of the Banat loess

plateau, where the canalized River Begej flows into the former Tisza water course. The municipality’s land is characterized by its flatness. Zrenjanin is located in the center of the Serbian part of the Banat region, on the banks of the Rivers Begej and Tisza. Zrenjanin is approximately 70 kilometers from Belgrade and approximately 50 km from Novi Sad, which is also the distance to the current border with the European Union (Romania), making its location a particularly important transition center and potential resource in the north-south and east-west directions. Along with the characteristic appearance of

Vojvodina’s cities, Zrenjanin is distinguished by its abundance of historic and cultural landmarks, successful athletes, well-known puppet shows, and the intriguing “Dani piva” festival (Beer days). The city of Zrenjanin promotes multiculturalism, international tolerance, and a high regard for culture and the arts. Along with its magnificent theater productions, Zrenjanin is renowned for its world-renowned choirs and aquarelle art colonies. The majority of the structures that line the streets of this city were constructed in the 19th and 20th centuries and serve as significant historical, cultural, and tourism destinations.

What is the best way to get to Zrenjanin? Zrenjanin is located only 70 kilometers from Belgrade and 50 kilometers from Novi Sad. It is well connected by road to Novi Sad, Belgrade, Subotica, Kikinda, Vrac, and Timișoara. Every day, several buses depart from Vršac and Novi Sad for Zrenjanin.

ZRENJANIN’S MOST POPULAR ATTRACTIONS Zrenjanin National Museum

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Zrenjanin Catholic Cathedral

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City National Library - Žarko Zrenjanin

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Zrenjanin City Hall

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Imperial Swamp

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Tosa Jovanovic puppet theatre

Zrenjanin City Hall

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Zrenjanin - Facts Rent Prices in Zrenjanin are 49.69% lower than in Novi Sad Restaurant Prices in Zrenjanin are 21.25% lower than in Novi Sad

Rent Per Month

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 185.54 EUR Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 98.10 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 287.90 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 182.34 EUR

Restaurants Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

3.84 EUR

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 16.21 EUR Three-course

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

4.27 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.24 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

1.62 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.28 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.08 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

0.90 EUR

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CO$T$ OF £IF€ Sports & Leisure Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

12.80 EUR

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

16.78 EUR

Cinema 1 seat

4.05 EUR

Utilities (Monthly) Basic (Electricity, Heating, 157.38 EUR Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85 m2 apartment Internet (80 Mbps or more, 17.77 EUR unlimited data)

Transportation One-way Ticket 0.55 EUR (Public Transport) Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

0.81 EUR

Taxi 1 km (Normal Tariff)

0.47 EUR

Taxi 1 hour Waiting 4.27 EUR (Normal Tariff)

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Places to work from: Great Internet: Fast: 67 Mbps Friendly to foreigners: Great Racial tolerance: Good Safety: Good Freedom of speech: Good Peace (no pol. conflict): Good English speaking: Good LGBTQ+ friendly: Okay Serbian police always show professionalism no discrimination they serve and protect people of all races, religion and sexuality.

Education level: High Healthcare: Good Quality of life score: Good Power: 230V 50Hz Cashless: Yes Tap water: Not safe to drink

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SUBOTICA S ubotica is located in the northwestern part of the Republic

of Serbia, along the main European corridors and between two rivers: the Danube and the Tisa. This city is distinguished by its rich cultural heritage assets, lavishly decorated buildings, multicultural spirit, and European charm. Subotica is known for its laidback atmosphere, delicious food, and high-quality wines. All year long, our city has festivals, events, concerts, and a vibrant cultural life. Furthermore, Subotica has a variety of interesting places for rest and recreation, including activities on horse farms, farmsteads, forests, and hunting grounds. Subotica was first mentioned in written documents as Zabatka in 1391. It has undergone over 200 name changes since then. Szent-Maria, Maria Theresia Polis, Maria Theresienstadt, Szabadka, and Subotica were the most distinctive names. Following the Tatar con-

quest at the beginning of the 13th century, it grew in importance. The survivors from the nearby villages were then gathered at the strategically chosen location, an elevated plateau surrounded by water, on which the Franciscan church now stands. It was the ideal location for the plains people to defend themselves against the conquerors.

Subotica was long located on the border of two rival powers, Hungarian and Turkish. Subotica only became a town after it had lost its military significance. Subotica was granted the status of Free Royal City in 1779, which granted the town greater autonomy and privileges while also attracting entrepreneurs: craftsmen and traders from the Middle Europe. After the railway arrived in town in the second half of the nineteenth century (1869), the trade of agricultural and cattle goods boomed. At the end of the nineteenth century, the town experienced industrialization. Subotica evolved into a modern Middle European city.

MOST POPULAR ATTRACTIONS ART NOUVEAU ARCHITECTURE BUILDINGS • • • • • • • • • • •

WOMEN’S LIDO TOWN TENEMENT PALACE GOLDEN LAMB HOTEL TOWN TENEMENT PALACE AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN BANK PALACE SUBOTICA SAVINGS BANK PALACE FERENC RAICHLE’S PALACE GRAND TERRACE CITY HALL MIKSA DÖMÖTÖR TENEMENT PALACE – CITY MUSEUM SYNAGOGUE

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Subotica - Facts Rent Prices in Subotica are 18.30% lower than in Novi Sad Restaurant Prices in Subotica are 22.17% lower than in Novi Sad

Rent Per Month

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 295 EUR Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 225 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 563 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 414 EUR

Restaurants Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

3.83 EUR

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 17 EUR Three-course McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

4.26 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.23 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

1.61 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.78 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.07 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

0.55 EUR

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City Hall

CO$T$ OF £IF€ Sports & Leisure Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

26 EUR

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

7 EUR

Cinema 1 seat

4.05 EUR

Utilities (Monthly) Basic (Electricity, Heating, 133 EUR Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85 m2 apartment Internet (80 Mbps or more, 21 EUR unlimited data)

Transportation One-way Ticket 0.55 EUR (Public Transport) Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

1.19 EUR

Taxi 1 km (Normal Tariff)

0.59 EUR

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Places to work from: Great Internet: Fast: 67 Mbps Friendly to foreigners: Great Racial tolerance: Great Safety: Good Freedom of speech: Good Peace (no pol. conflict): Great English speaking: Good LGBTQ+ friendly: Okay Serbian police always show professionalism no discrimination they serve and protect people of all races, religion and sexuality.

Education level: High Healthcare: Good Quality of life score: Good Power: 230V 50Hz Cashless: Yes Tap water: Yes, safe to drink

Taxi 1 hour Waiting 4.25 EUR (Normal Tariff)

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SOMBOR S ombor is in Serbia’s northern province of Vojvodina, bordering

Hungary to the north and Croatia to the west, across the Danube River. The Sombor District encompasses 1,178 square kilometers and includes the city of Sombor as well as 15 rural settlements. The region is extremely fertile, and its markets are brimming with locally grown produce. The average elevation in the Sombor area is only 90 meters. Sombor is easily accessible from a number of important cities and airports while remaining far enough away to offer visitors a unique and different experience. It is situated 60 kilometers southwest of Subotica, 100 kilometers northwest of Novi Sad, 175 kilometers northwest of Belgrade, 220 kilometers south of Budapest, and 345 kilometers southeast of Vienna. The Sombor municipality has a total population of 97,263 as of the most recent census in 2002, with half of that number living in the city proper and the other half in rural and

farm villages. Additionally, there are 21 nationalities registered in the Sombor municipality, the majority of which being Serbs (61 percent), Hungarians (13 percent), and Croats (8 percent ) Sombor’s streets are 120 km in length, there are 9 squares, 4 parks, and 121 km of the city’s renown tree lanes. According to estimates, Sombor is the greenest city in Serbia and, considering its size, unquestionably one of the greenest towns on earth. This makes the locals of Sombor quite proud..

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The church of Saint George The Martyr

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The Prefecture Building City Museum Gallery “Milan Konjović” City Hall The Holy Trinity Square St Archdeacon Stefan Monastery Church of the Holy Trinity The church of Saint George The Martyr (The Great Orthodox Church) Grassalkovich palace Saint George’s Square Gornje Podunavlje Special Nature Reserve

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Sombor - Facts Rent Prices in Sombor are 39.38% lower than in Novi Sad Restaurant Prices in Sombor are 5.89% lower than in Novi Sad

Rent Per Month

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 202.27 EUR Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 155.29 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 313.43 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 237.39 EUR

Restaurants Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

4.27 EUR

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 25.59 EUR Three-course McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

3.41 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.71 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

2.05 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.08 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.18 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

0.93 EUR

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CO$T$ OF £IF€ Sports & Leisure Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

12.80 EUR

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

6.82 EUR

Cinema 1 seat

4.27 EUR

Utilities (Monthly) Basic (Electricity, Heating, 192.48 EUR Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85 m2 apartment Internet (80 Mbps or more, 22.82 EUR unlimited data)

Transportation Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

0.81 EUR

Taxi 1 km (Normal Tariff)

0.51 EUR

Taxi 1 hour Waiting 4.27 EUR (Normal Tariff)

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Places to work from: Great Internet: Fast: 79.56 Mbps Friendly to foreigners: Great Racial tolerance: Good Safety: Good Freedom of speech: Good Peace (no pol. conflict): Great English speaking: Good LGBTQ+ friendly: Okay Serbian police always show professionalism no discrimination they serve and protect people of all races, religion and sexuality.

Education level: Good Healthcare: Good Quality of life score: Good Power: 230V 50Hz Cashless: Yes Tap water: Yes, safe to drink

SREMSKA MITROVICA SIRMIUM, THR BIRTHPLACE OF ROMAN EMPERORS

S remska Mitrovica is the Municipality of Sremska Mitrovica’s ad-

ministrative center in the District of Srem. It is the largest town in Srem, the District of Srem’s administrative center, and one of the oldest towns in Vojvodina and Serbia. The town is located on the Sava River’s left bank. During the Tetrarchy, the ancient city of Sirmium, which was located on the current territory of Sremska Mitrovica, was the capital of the Roman Empire. It was also referred to as “the glorious mother of all cities.” Sirmium was the birthplace of many Roman emperors. At the intersection of three distinct morphological units—the Plain of Srem, the Plain of Mava, and the foothills of Fruška Gora—Sremska Mitrovica is situated in the northwest of Serbia and the southwest of Vojvodina. The settlement, which has an average elevation of 82 meters, is located at 44 degrees and 58 minutes north latitude and 19 degrees

and 36 minutes east longitude. It extends along the south border of the Srem loess terrace and along the Sava River’s alluvial plain. The conurbation of Sremska Mitrovica, Laćarak, and Mačvanska Mitrovica on the left and right banks of the Sava River, respectively, and 23 villages make up the town of Sremska Mitrovica. In the National Park of Fruška Gora near Sremska Mitrovica (Ležimir and Letenka), there are various monasteries in addition to well-liked excursion destinations and recreation areas. Because its river basin near Sremska Mitrovica is ideal for this type of activity, the Sava River offers tremendous potential for river tourism (the town has a modern quay with the possibility for ships to berth, as well as the tidy beach which is one of the most beautiful beaches in Serbia). The unique nature reserve Zasavica is another natural attraction, and plans have been made to showcase the town’s architectural and archeological potential.

Sremska Mitrovica - Facts Rent Prices in Sremska Mitrovica are 60.17% lower than in Novi Sad Restaurant Prices in Sremska Mitrovica are 45.71% lower than in Novi Sad

Rent Per Month

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 147.44 EUR Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 97.55 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 211.89 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 139.93 EUR

Restaurants Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

1.71 EUR

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 10.24 EUR Three-course McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

3.41 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.71 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

2.05 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.08 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.15 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

0.81 EUR

MOST POPULAR ATTRACTIONS The City of Sirmium (Palatum Imperiale), Srem Museum, Lazar Vozarević Gallery, Dobrica Milutinović Theatre, Historical Archive, Fruška gora, Zasavica (Find a page about Zasavica)... 58

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Places to work from: Great

Sports & Leisure

Internet: Fast: 60 Mbps Friendly to foreigners: Great Racial tolerance: Good

Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

21.33 EUR

Safety: Great

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

9.38 EUR

Peace (no pol. conflict): Great

Cinema 1 seat

4.27 EUR

LGBTQ+ friendly: Okay

Utilities (Monthly) Basic (Electricity, Heating, 153.55 EUR Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85 m2 apartment Internet (80 Mbps or more, 13.93 EUR unlimited data)

Transportation Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

0.81 EUR

Taxi 1 km (Normal Tariff)

0.43 EUR

Freedom of speech: Good English speaking: Good

Serbian police always show professionalism no discrimination they serve and protect people of all races, religion and sexuality.

Education level: High Healthcare: Good Quality of life score: Good Power: 230V 50Hz Cashless: Yes Tap water: Yes, safe to drink

Taxi 1 hour Waiting 4.27 EUR (Normal Tariff)

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KIKINDA World Owl Capital T here were ancient settlements at Kikinda, according to archae-

ological findings, and in 1423, the place Nagkeken (Nađ Kekenj) is mentioned as the property of the Hungarian kings. Kewkend is mentioned in 1462 as well. Numerous hypothetical discussions and claims surround the origin of the city’s name. The Hungarian name of the weed plant in the uninhabited plain “kőkény,” the Turkish word “incindija” (second prayer), and the name of the nearby large mound “Kinđa” are the most commonly used explanations. Today’s name first appears on a geographical map in 1718 in the German variant “GrossKikinda,” and it did not denote a settlement at the time, but rather an uninhabited area - wasteland. In 1947, the city was given its current name, Kikinda. Kikinda was founded 260 years ago, in 1751. In about twenty years, Banat’s neglected land with large swamps was transformed into a prosperous economic area. Wastelands have been converted

into arable land by cutting canals, regulating river flows, and building roads. A few decades later, Germans, Hungarians, and Jews settled the city, first planned, then spontaneously, and the French arrived in the area of today’s Kikind municipality, i.e. the village. The population began to become heavily involved in agriculture. Empress Maria Theresa established the Veliko Kikinda Privileged District as a special organizational unit with its headquarters in Kikinda about twenty years after the town’s settlement, in 1774. As a result, the populace received certain benefits, primarily in the fields of economy, judiciary, and politics. The city’s current identity was formed in the latter half of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The most beautiful buildings of stylish civil architecture were constructed at that time, and they were concentrated in the city center. The Serbian Orthodox Church, built in 1769, and the Magistrate of the Privileged District of Veliko-Kikinda’s building are the oldest.

750 long-eared owls are thriving in the shelter of Kikinda town square, Serbia in what is by far the largest long-eared owl roost in the world.

Kikinda - Facts Rent Prices in Sremska Mitrovica are 63% lower than in Novi Sad Restaurant Prices in Sremska Mitrovica are 3.87% lower than in Novi Sad

Rent Per Month

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 127.96 EUR Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 102.36 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 170.61 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 153.55 EUR

Restaurants Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

5.12 EUR

Kikinda City Hall

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 21.33 EUR Three-course

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

3.84 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.79 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

1.45 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.08 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.33 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

1.08 EUR

Owl statue in the city centre

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Places to work from: Great Internet: Fast: 22 Mbps

Sports & Leisure

Friendly to foreigners: Great Racial tolerance: Great

Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

20 EUR

Safety: Good

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

2.99 EUR

Peace (no pol. conflict): Great

Utilities (Monthly)

Freedom of speech: Good English speaking: Good LGBTQ+ friendly: Okay

Basic (Electricity, Heating, 101.51 EUR Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85 m2 apartment

Serbian police always show professionalism no discrimination they serve and protect people of all races, religion and sexuality.

Internet (80 Mbps or more, 13.61 EUR unlimited data)

Education level: High Healthcare: Good Quality of life score: Good Power: 230V 50Hz Cashless: Yes Tap water: Yes, safe to drink

Transportation Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

1.28 EUR

Taxi 1 km (Normal Tariff)

0.85 EUR

Taxi 1 hour Waiting 4.27 EUR (Normal Tariff)

The mammoth Kika skeleton which was found on the excavation site of a local company in Kikinda in 1996.

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VRŠAC

Following the wine route

V ršac, one of the most beautiful towns in the Banat, is located

in the northeastern part of Serbia, i.e. the southeastern part of Vojvodina, at the foot and on the slopes of the Vrac Mountains. The natural reserve Deliblato Sands, also known as the “European Sahara,” occupies a portion of the territory of the municipality of Vršac. It is 84 kilometers northeast of Belgrade, 14 kilometers from the border with Romania, 77 kilometers from Timisoara, the administrative center of western Romania, and 147 kilometers from Novi Sad. Numerous old buildings of various styles, churches, and cultural institutions preserve one of Serbia’s oldest traditions. “City under the Tower” is one of Vojvodina’s oldest. It is the eighth-largest city in the world, with a population of 40,000 people. The area where two different economic areas meet - the plains and the Vršac mountains, have always attracted people to build their habitats there, because the land is suitable for farming, viticulture and cattle breeding, spacious marsh-

es allowed rich fishing, forests full of wild game were ideal hunting grounds. Vršac is primarily a city of important cultural institutions, which, in terms of their funds, scope of activity and importance, exceed its limits and belong to the most important cultural institutions of Serbia. Architectural values represent special historical and cultural monuments. Vršac has preserved individual buildings as well as entire complexes of the surrounding environment, which are beautiful examples of various styles, particularly the Baroque and Art Nouveau eras. The autochthonousness of the facades has been preserved, and their inventive riches have been enhanced, giving the city its unique character. Among these structures are objects with historical, economic, ethnographic, and architectural significance.

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South Banat is a unique tourist area, in which Vršac has a special place and importance, hiding in its bosom an extraordinary wealth of cultural traditions. With its picturesque surroundings, large vineyard plantations, rich forests as oases of peace and clean air, a significant treasure of cultural goods as well as a diverse social and cultural life, Vršac has always been and remains an interesting and attractive place for tourists. In the middle of the vast Vojvodina plain, the Vršac Mountains rise, known for their diverse flora, especially for their medicinal herbs and beneficial climate for asthmatics. The Vršac mountains with their three trails are interesting for both extreme sports and less dangerous ones: paragliding, hiking, running, fast walking, cycling, recreational walks, etc.

Vršac - Facts Rent Prices in Vršac are 53.19% lower than in Novi Sad Restaurant Prices in Vršac are 3.87% lower than in Novi Sad

Rent Per Month

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 126.86 EUR Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 93.10 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 259.03 EUR Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 222.44 EUR

Restaurants

St Gerhard Cathedral

5.12 EUR

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, 21.33 EUR Three-course McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

3.84 EUR

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)

1.58 EUR

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

1.79 EUR

Cappuccino (regular)

1.45 EUR

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)

1.28 EUR

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

0.82 EUR

Sports & Leisure Fitness club / Gym monthly fee

25 EUR

Tennis Court 1 h on weekends

2.13 EUR

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