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The Petrovaradin Fortress Clock, located in Novi Sad, Serbia, is one of the most iconic landmarks of the city and a significant cultural and historical symbol.
The Petrovaradin Fortress itself dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries and was built as part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire's defensive system. The clock tower, known as the "Reversed Clock", is one of its most famous features.
The clock was installed in the 18th century and is unique because its hour hand is larger than the minute hand—a reversal of the traditional design. This was done so that the time could be easily read by fishermen and other workers from a distance, especially on the Danube River.
The clock tower is an elegant baroque-style structure, perfectly complementing the fortress's historic aesthetic. The clock face, with its black Roman numerals on a white background surrounded by golden borders, is striking and highly photogenic. The surrounding panoramic views of the Danube River and Novi Sad from the clock tower are breathtaking.
- **Viewpoint**: It serves as a fantastic observation spot to take in the city skyline, the bridges over the Danube, and the sprawling urban landscape of Novi Sad.
This fortress hosts the famous EXIT Festival too, that is the one of Europe’s largest music festivals
The clock is affectionately called the **"Drunken Clock"** by locals because of its unusual hand reversal according to information online
