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Šabac Fortress

Šabac Fortress represents the remains of the former medieval fortress Savacium and is located near the center of Šabac, on the banks of the Sava River. It is believed to have been built in 1471 by the Ottomans, following the example of numerous fortresses on the Sava and Danube rivers. It was built on the site of the medieval town of Zaslon and served as a base for Ottoman attacks on Slavonia. The fortress had nine towers and could accommodate about 1,300 soldiers. The original walls were made of wood and rammed earth, but despite being built in this way, the fortress was difficult to conquer. The Hungarians ruled it from 1476 to 1521 when the Turks recaptured it. Interestingly, within the fortress, Hungarian King Matthias Corvinus once imprisoned Vlad the Impaler, the inspiration for the character Count Dracula.

Šabac National Museum

Šabac National Museum was founded in 1955 as the City Museum. The museum collection began to be formed in the early 20th century and until the museum was established, it was exhibited in the city library. Since its establishment, the museum has been located in the building of the old semigymnasium, which was built in 1857. The museum has five departments: archaeology, art history, history, ethnology, and numismatics. The museum possesses over 150,000 objects that are arranged in 15 collections. Within the museum, there are also the Museum of Šabac Jews and the Exhibition "Battle on Mišar".

Science Park

Science Park was opened in 2013 and is the first of its kind in Serbia. Through 30 interactive installations, visitors can visually familiarize themselves with phenomena in the fields of physics, geography, astronomy, biology, and chemistry. The park was created within the Center for Scientific Advancement and is intended for all ages, primarily young people. The park features a DNA model, a sundial, Newton's pendulum, a solar panel, crystal lattices, and a multitude of models demonstrating various phenomena and processes.

Šabac Fair

For over a hundred years, every 21st of September, the renowned Šabac Fair has been organized on Mala Gospojina. The fair lasts for five days and takes place at the Šabac fairground. It is one of the few remaining fairs in Serbia that attracts even tens of thousands of people. In the past, the fair served as a precursor to agricultural and economic fairs, but over time, especially after World War II, it has evolved into a true manifestation. It is visited by both foreign and domestic guests, and like any fair, it is particularly interesting for children due to the large number of attractions.

Sovljak Ethno Park

Sovljak Ethno Park is a complex of several authentic buildings, examples of classical Mačva architecture from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was built in 1971, and within the ethno park, there are old Mačva houses, a barn, a stable, a carriage house, a porch, and a bread oven. Next to the house, there is also a lime tree with a diameter just under 2 meters. The house features a permanent exhibition of Mačva painters, and in addition to paintings, it is possible to see a multitude of old tools used in agriculture and crafts.

Monument at Mišar

The monumental Monument at Mišar was erected in honor of Serbian warriors who perished in the Battle of Mišar in 1806, during the First Serbian Uprising. The Mišar Battle took place between the Serbian and Turkish armies and is one of the most significant battles of that period. With only four cannons, the Serbian rebels, led by Karađorđe, managed to defeat the Ottomans. After this great victory, Šabac was returned to Serbian rule. Although there were also French soldiers among the Turkish forces, Napoleon awarded the leader Karađorđe in 1809 for his bravery and extraordinary military achievement. The Monument at Mišar is built in the form of a 5.6-meter-high obelisk. It was erected in 1906 on the centenary of the Mišar Battle. The monument is located in the village of the same name, along the road from Šabac to Belgrade.

Tabanovac Lakes

Located in the village of the same name, not far from Šabac, they represent reservoirs formed by gravel excavation. When gravel extraction was discontinued in the 1980s, underground water quickly filled the basins, creating an excellent place for recreation and relaxation. There are three lakes covering an area of 24 hectares. Their depth is estimated to reach up to ten meters, and their waters often harbor freshwater jellyfish. During the summer months, the lakes are a favorite destination not only for swimmers and recreational visitors but also for fishermen.

Trojan's (Trajan's) City

Trojan's City represents the remains of a Roman military fortress on Mount Cer. The fortress was built in the 3rd century AD to defend and guard the mining shafts in the vicinity. Archaeological research has revealed a large number of tin ore deposits on the mountain, as well as a prehistoric settlement near Trojan's City. Trojan's City is the Slavic name for the fortress, derived from the ancient Slavic belief that a demon named Trojan lived there, who seduced and ate women. The ruins of the fortress are located at an altitude of about 600 meters, and they can be reached by an approximately 800-meter-long hiking trail through the forest.

Memorial Ossuary on Cer

It is located in the village of Tekeriš, as part of the Cer Battle Memorial Complex. It was built in honor of the soldiers who died in the Battle of Cer during the First World War. The Cer Battle took place from August 15th to 24th, 1914 and represents a magnificent and the first victory of the Allies in World War I. The Serbian army, led by General Stepa Stepanović, inflicted heavy losses on the Austrian army and achieved the first victory of the war. The memorial ossuary is built in the shape of a natural rock and is ten meters high. The remains of soldiers who died during the battle are buried in its foundations. The monument features a shield with a cross, a crown, four eyes, and seven memorial plaques.

Monasteries

Radovašnica Monastery is located on Cer, in an oak forest. It was first mentioned in the 16th century as the Kosanik Monastery. It is believed to be the endowment of King Dragutin or one of his nobles. During World War II, it was completely destroyed, but it has been rebuilt in the last ten years.

Čokešina Monastery is located in the village of the same name, which is most likely named after Duke Bogdan Čokeša, who restored the monastery in the early 15th century. It is believed to have been built in the 14th century, and two slabs from the 15th century can be seen in the church floor. The monastery was burned down in the 18th century by the Ottomans, and a new one was built on the foundations of the old church, which was also demolished during the First Serbian Uprising. The current church was built in the early 19th century thanks to Prince Miloš and his brother Jevrem.

Petkovica Monastery is located on the northern slopes of Cer. It is assumed to have been built in the 13th century, with King Dragutin Nemanjić mentioned as its patron. It was officially mentioned for the first time in the 16th century, in Turkish tax books. During the Koča's Frontier rebellion, Austrian officers and soldiers lived in the monastery. In the early 19th century, the monastery was deserted, but it was restored again around 1836 thanks to the efforts of Prince Miloš.