Fortress in Bac
The oldest fortress in Vojvodina
The fortress in Bac, former military stronghold of powerful Hungarian and Turkish rulers has been in ruins since three centuries ago. However it is still impressive. This valuable monument of medieval culture was erected by the Hungarians in XI century and their king Karlo Robert of Anjou enlarged it in XIV century so it could resemble in form to buildings in French gothic style. The city and fortress had their Renaissance in late XV century during the stay of bishop Petar Varadi who not only renovated the city, but also widened the Mostonga river for boats to be able to reach the fortress.
Soon after Turkish victory over Hungarian army in the battle of Mohacs in 1526. the fortress is under Turkish rule until 1686. and is badly damaged during the Rakoci's Uprising in 1705. In time, the Mostonga river dried out.
Bac is worth visiting for its fortress and a Franciscan monastery, Ortodox monastery Bodjani, lake Provala and the only turkish bath in Vojvodina.
