Watch natures bounty in Fruska Gora

Fruska Gora National Park is one of the most beautiful natural areas that you will find in Europe and while in Serbia you should definitely pay a visit here. Fruska Gora is a fantastic place for outdoor pursuits like hiking, rock climbing in Orlovo Bojiste, biking, picnicking and even harvesting honey from beehives you can do this between late May and June. It is located on a lone mountain in the Vojvodina plains in the north of Serbia. Fruska Gora was proclaimed a National Park in 1960.

Fruska Gora's valleys are covered with pastures and fertile fields, numerous vineyards and orchards which decorate its lower slopes while the higher ground is covered with dense deciduous forests. The main characteristic of this region is the existence of numerous protected, rare and endangered species. Saying this, one of the main reasons to be in Fruska Gora has to be to really admire the beautiful countryside and farm fields, and of course, visit Fruska Goras famous monasteries 16 orthodox monasteries, which were built in the 15th-16th centuries.

You should definitely visit all the monasteries, but if youre pushed for time, you can visit two of the beautiful ones - Novo Hopovo and Staro Hopovo. Both of these monasteries are located in the South Backa district near the town of Irig. These monasteries are famous for their specific architecture, treasuries, libraries and frescoes and numerous archeological sites from prehistoric and historic times as well. Due to its outstanding natural resources, wonderful landscapes, exceptional charm and beauty, Fruska Gora will bring you closer to nature, hence is an ideal place for rest and recreation.