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.

4 days ago · 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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On this page you can find basic, useful information about Serbia, its history, culture, tradition, famous citizens, Serbian sport, Serbian cuisine, as well as many interesting facts from the past and present …

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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. …

Influenced by a long and eventful history, Serbian culture has a rich folklore, consisting of various customs, folk dances, and songs. Learn more with AFS.

Serbian Alphabet Learning the Serbian alphabet is very important because its structure is used in every day conversation. Without it, you will not be able to say words properly even if you know how to write …

The battle stands as a symbol of the national suffering of the Serbs and is often considered one of the pillars on which the Serbian national identity was created. Such events and myths are passed down …