Significance of the authentic ambience of the Petrovaradin fortress on the attractiveness of exit festival

Abstract

Festivals have become the most widely spread type of modern special events as well as the fastest growing tourist attractions. For the past eight (nine in July 2008) years Novi Sad has been hosting one of the largest, or even the largest international event in Serbia, which attracts over 200,000 visitors, half of which are foreign visitors. Music festival EXIT, takes place at the Petrovaradin Fortress, a spatial and cultural entity, which is also among cultural assets of the highest importance. The Petrovaradin Fortress becomes the centre of youth, culture and art during the festival. Every year EXIT festival turns the Fortress into the central spot of cultural tourism in Serbia, as well as the point where different cultures meet and new friendships are born. .