The fall of Smederevo on 20 June 1459, which marked the full conquest of the Serbian Despotate by the Ottomans, also symbolically signified the end of the Serbian state.

Dec 29, 2025 · Serbian (and later Yugoslav) leader Slobodan Milošević attempted to craft a “Greater Serbia” from the former union, but his policies instead led to the secession of Slovenia, Croatia, …

Serbian is a South Slavic language spoken mainly in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia and North Macedonia by about 9-10 million people. It is official in Serbia, and is the principal …

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Monuments of the Nemanjić period survive in many monasteries (several being World Heritage sites) and fortifications. During these centuries the Serbian state (and influence) expanded significantly. …

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Jul 24, 2025 · Serbian food is hearty, flavorful, and deeply rooted in tradition. From roasted meats and slow-cooked stews to fresh cheese and sweet pastries, every bite tells a story.

The Serbian language, which is the official language of Serbia, is one of the standard versions of the Shtokavian dialect, used primarily in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia, and by …

The Serbian language, a South Slavic language spoken primarily in Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia, is one of the vital markers of Serbian culture and identity.

Serbian language uses both Cyrillic (ћирилица, ćirilica) and Latin script (латиница, latinica) Serbian is a rare language with active digraphia, a situation where all literate members of a society have two …