Serbia
Serbia is a country located at the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe, covering the southern part of the Pannonian Basin and the central part of the Balkans. Here are some key details about Serbia:
Geography
- Capital: Belgrade
- Area: Approximately 88,361 km²
- Climate: Continental with cold winters and hot summers in the north, while the south has a more Mediterranean climate.
- Major Rivers: Danube, Sava, Morava, and Drina.
- Highest Point: Midžor at 2,169 meters
History
The history of Serbia spans over 13 centuries, marked by various states and empires:
- Early History: The area was part of the Roman Empire, later becoming the seat of the Byzantine Empire's Theme of Sirmium.
- Medieval Serbia: Emerged as a medieval kingdom in the 9th century, reaching its peak under Stefan Dušan who was crowned as the Emperor of Serbs and Greeks.
- Ottoman Rule: From the 15th to the 19th century, Serbia was under Ottoman rule, with brief periods of autonomy.
- Independence: Serbia regained autonomy in the early 19th century, and full independence was recognized internationally in 1878 at the Congress of Berlin.
- Kingdom of Yugoslavia: After World War I, Serbia became part of the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes, later renamed to Yugoslavia.
- Breakup of Yugoslavia: The country went through a series of conflicts during the Yugoslav Wars in the 1990s, eventually leading to the dissolution of Yugoslavia and the emergence of Serbia and Montenegro as a federal republic in 2003.
- Modern Era: Montenegro declared independence in 2006, and Serbia became an independent state.
Politics and Government
- Government: Serbia is a parliamentary republic with a president as the head of state and a prime minister as the head of government.
- Legislature: The National Assembly of Serbia is unicameral, with 250 members elected for four-year terms.
- EU Integration: Serbia applied for European Union membership in 2009 and is currently in the accession process.
Culture
Economy
- Currency: Serbian Dinar
- Industries: Agriculture, mining, manufacturing, energy production, and services.
- Trade: Serbia is increasing its trade relations, particularly with EU countries, Russia, and China.
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