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Introduction

Overview of Serbia

Serbia is a country located in Southeastern Europe, bordered by six countries: Croatia to the west, Hungary to the north, Romania to the east, Bulgaria to the southeast, Macedonia (FYROM) to the south, and Montenegro to the southwest.

Geography

  • Area: 88,594 km²
  • Capital city: Belgrade
  • Population: approximately 7 million people
  • Mountains: Vajnjanica, Šar mountains, and Dinaric Alps

Key Facts

  • History: Serbia has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. The country was part of the Serbian state before it gained independence in 2003.
  • Language: Official language is Serbian, with many other languages spoken by minority groups.
  • Currency: Serbian dinar (SDA)
  • Economy: primarily agricultural and forestry-based economy
  • Education system: one of the best in Europe

Historical Context

Medieval Period

  • Serbia was part of the Serbian state during the medieval period, with its capital city being Belgrade.
  • In 1371, Serbian prince Lazar Mangritya was elected as the ruler of Serbia.

Ottoman Empire (15th-19th centuries)

  • Serbia was conquered by the Ottoman Empire in the early 16th century and remained under Ottoman rule for over three centuries.
  • The Serbian people resisted Ottoman rule, leading to several uprisings against the Ottomans.

National Awakening (19th century)

  • In the late 19th century, a national awakening movement emerged in Serbia, with the aim of gaining independence from Austria-Hungary.
  • The movement was led by figures such as Petar I Petrović-Njegoš and Sava Đorđe.

World War I (1914-1918)

  • Serbia played a significant role in both World War I and World War II, with its capital city being occupied by the Allies during the latter.
  • The country suffered heavily from the war, with over 250,000 civilians killed.

Significant Contributions

  • Music: Serbian music is known for its rich tradition of folk music, particularly the "prijateljski" (friendly) style.
  • Literature: notable authors include Petar I Petrović-Njegoš and Sava Đorđe.
  • Art: notable artists include Ivan Meštrović

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