Serbia

Southern Europe

Serbia is a country in Southern Europe, home to 6.6 million people, with an area of 88,361 km². Its capital is Belgrade.

Capital: Belgrade
Population: 6.6 million
Area: 88,361 km²
Region: Southern Europe
Density: 74.7 / km²
Status: Sovereign state

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Population: UN World Population Prospects, 2024 revision. Area: CIA World Factbook.

What Serbia is known for

Serbia is best known for Belgrade Fortress, Studenica Monastery and Kalemegdan Park.

Serbia is a country located in the Balkans region of Europe. It has a rich history and culture, with influences from various civilizations, including the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Serbia at a glance

Language: Serbian is the official language, with Hungarian, Bosnian, Albanian, and Romani also spoken
Currency: Serbian dinar (RSD)
Religion: Orthodox Christianity is the predominant religion in Serbia, with significant minorities of Muslims and Catholics
National dish: Ćevapi, a grilled meat dish made of minced beef or pork, is a popular national dish in Serbia
Climate: Serbia has a temperate continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers.
Main industries: Agriculture, manufacturing, mining, and tourism
GDP: $56.48 billion (nominal, 2020 estimate)
Development: Serbia is considered a developing country with a human development index (HDI) ranking of 65 out of 189 countries (2020)

Things to do in Serbia

Some of the main tourist attractions in Serbia include:

Belgrade Fortress a historic fortress and park located in the heart of Belgrade, overlooking the Danube and Sava rivers.
Studenica Monastery a medieval Orthodox monastery located in central Serbia, known for its impressive architecture and frescoes.
Kalemegdan Park a large park and fortress complex in Belgrade, with scenic views of the rivers and the city.
Zlatibor a popular mountain resort in western Serbia, known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.
Đerdap National Park a scenic national park located in eastern Serbia, with the Danube River and Iron Gates Gorge as its main attractions.
Fruška Gora National Park a forested mountain range and national park in northern Serbia, with several historic monasteries and wineries.
Novi Sad a historic city in northern Serbia, known for its beautiful architecture, vibrant culture, and annual music festival, EXIT.
Niš a city in southern Serbia, known for its Roman ruins, Ottoman architecture, and lively bazaar.
Tara National Park a beautiful national park in western Serbia, with deep canyons, forests, and lakes.
Sremski Karlovci a historic town near Novi Sad, known for its baroque architecture, wine cellars, and cultural heritage.

These are just a few examples of the many attractions that Serbia has to offer. The country also has a rich cultural heritage, with traditional music, dance, and cuisine.

Serbia in pictures

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Serbia compared with its neighbours

How it sits against the other countries of Southern Europe.

Country	Population	Area	Capital
Greece	10.3 million	131,957 km²	Athens
Serbia	6.6 million	88,361 km²	Belgrade
Croatia	3.9 million	56,594 km²	Zagreb
Bosnia and Herzegovina	3.2 million	51,197 km²	Sarajevo