Serbian

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Serbia (Serbian: Србија, Srbija), officially known as the Republic of Serbia (Serbian: Република Србија, Republika Srbija), is a landlocked country located at the crossroads of Central Europe and Southeast Europe. It is bordered by Hungary to the north, Romania and Bulgaria to the east, North Macedonia and Albania to the south, and Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro to the west. The country's capital and largest city is Belgrade.

History[edit | edit source]

The history of Serbia dates back to the Neolithic age when the region was inhabited by various prehistoric cultures. It was later conquered by the Roman Empire, which introduced Christianity and the Latin script. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the region was invaded by various barbarian tribes.

In the Middle Ages, Serbia emerged as a powerful Balkans kingdom under the Nemanjić dynasty. The country reached its peak during the reign of Stefan Dušan, who established the Serbian Empire and implemented a code of laws known as the Dušan's Code.

Culture[edit | edit source]

Serbian culture is diverse and has been influenced by its geographical location, history, and various cultural influences. The country is known for its traditional music, dance, and art. The Serbian Orthodox Church plays a significant role in the cultural and spiritual life of the country.

Economy[edit | edit source]

Serbia has a mixed economy with a dominant service sector, followed by the industrial sector and agriculture. It is one of the largest exporters of raspberries in the world and has significant reserves of coal and other minerals.

Politics[edit | edit source]

Serbia is a parliamentary republic with a multi-party system. The President of Serbia is the head of state, while the Prime Minister of Serbia is the head of government.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Serbia's geography is varied, with mountains and forests in the south and plains in the north. The country is also home to several rivers, including the Danube, which is the second-longest river in Europe.

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