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Fortresses on the Danube
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Fortresses on the DanubeFortresses on the Danube

In the past fortresses were the most important military objects which provided defense, safety of population, but also contributed to the military domination at a strategically important area. The coastline of the Danube had the greatest strategic significance in preserving the waterway which was the most important traffic artery of this part of Europe until the end of the 19th century. Therefore the most significant as well as the most monumental fortresses were built exactly on the banks of the Danube. The Danube fortress - Bac, Petrovaradin, Kalemegdan, Smederevo, Ram, Golubac and near the Romanian border, Fetislam.

 
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Frommer's Vienna & the Danube Valley
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Frommer's Vienna & the Danube ValleyFrommer's Vienna & the Danube Valley

You'll never fall into tourist traps when you travel with Frommer's. It's like having a friend show you around, taking you to the places locals like best. Our expert authors have already gone everywhere you might go— they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. No other series offers candid reviews of so many hotels and restaurants in all price ranges.
 
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