Vojvodina

Vojvodina is an autonomous province of Serbia located in the northern part of the country. Its capital and largest city is Novi Sad, a cultural and economic center. The province is known for its ethnic and cultural diversity and for a history shaped by successive migrations and political changes.

Geography and borders: Vojvodina covers about 21,600 square kilometers in the Pannonian Plain. It is bordered by Hungary to the north, Romania to the northeast, Croatia to the west, and by other parts of Serbia to the south and east. The Danube, Tisa, and Sava rivers traverse the region, and Fruška Gora mountain (a low elevation) lies near the southern edge of the plain.

History: The region's history includes long periods under the Kingdom of Hungary, Ottoman rule, and then the Habsburg Monarchy. After World War I, Vojvodina became part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes (later Yugoslavia). In the modern Serbian state, it has held autonomous provincial status since the mid-20th century, with its current framework established within Serbia’s constitution and laws.

Demographics and governance: The population is ethnically diverse, with Serbs forming a plurality alongside significant Hungarian, Slovak, Romani, Romanian, Croatian, and Rusyn communities. Several languages enjoy official status at the municipal level, reflecting local demographics. The province has its own Assembly and Government based in Novi Sad, operating within the constitutional framework of Serbia.

Economy and culture: Agriculture is a cornerstone, producing corn, wheat, sunflowers, fruits, and wine. The region also hosts manufacturing and services, concentrated in Novi Sad, Subotica, and surrounding cities. Cultural life is marked by multilingual traditions and institutions, as well as events such as the EXIT music festival and various museums and theaters. Tourism focuses on natural landscapes, especially Fruška Gora, the Danube river, and diverse architectural heritage.