South Bačka

Catholic Churches and Monasteries

This collection highlights the diverse Catholic architecture of the South Bačka District, ranging from the towering Neo-Gothic spires of Novi Sad to the centuries-old monastic complexes of Bač. These sites reflect the region's multi-confessional history, featuring Baroque altars, Zsolnay ceramic roofs, and medieval foundations. Key highlights include the Franciscan Monastery in Bač, which preserves elements from the 12th century, and various 18th and 19th-century parish churches that serve as central landmarks across Vojvodina.

Parish Church of the Name of Mary

A Neo-Gothic landmark on Novi Sad's central square, built between 1891 and 1894. It features a 72-meter spire and a roof decorated with multi-colored Zsolnay ceramic tiles.

Srkva Svetog apostola Pavla

A significant Baroque parish church in Bač, constructed between 1773 and 1780. It serves as a major architectural focal point for the historic town.

Crkva svetog Josipa

Roman Catholic parish church in Plavna, constructed in 1813.

St. Martin's Church

Late 18th-century religious site built in 1791, representing the classic ecclesiastical architecture of the Bačka region.

Church of St. Adalbert

Parish church in Čelarevo established in 1822, dedicated to Saint Adalbert of Prague.

Katolicka crkva

Built in 1830 and dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua, this church in Bečej features a prominent classicist facade and serves the local Hungarian and Croat communities.

Crkva Svetog Jurja

A Catholic place of worship in the village of Vajska, dating back to 1842.

Rimokatolicka crkva

Large parish church in Bačko Petrovo Selo, constructed in 1803 and dedicated to Saint Stephen the King.

Franciscan monastery

One of the oldest active religious complexes in Vojvodina, founded in the 12th century. The site preserves a Gothic bell tower and a library containing rare liturgical manuscripts.