Serbia's Geographic Heart
At the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe, Serbia is landlocked, surrounded by Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Croatia, Bosnia, and Montenegro. Despite lacking its own coast, the Danube River offers access to distant seas.
Belgrade's Ancient Roots
Belgrade, Serbia's capital, ranks among Europe's oldest cities. With a history spanning over 7,000 years, it has been destroyed and rebuilt over 40 times throughout the centuries, earning it the nickname 'Phoenix City'.
Mystery of Vinča Culture
The Vinča culture, near present-day Belgrade, was a prehistoric society known for its advanced architecture and early signs of metallurgy. They left behind mysterious symbols that some claim are among the world's earliest writing systems.
Clock-Making Before Swiss
Unbeknownst to many, 600 years before the Swiss, Serbian monks living in the monasteries on the mountains were among Europe's first clockmakers, crafting timepieces to call to prayer.
Serbia's Hidden Pyramids
In Eastern Serbia, the Rtanj mountain has sparked the curiosity of many for its pyramidal shape. Some believe it's a man-made structure, leading to various legends including those about hidden treasures.
Tesla's Serbian Origins
The world-renowned inventor Nikola Tesla was born to Serbian parents in what is now Croatia. Serbia honors his legacy with the Nikola Tesla Museum in Belgrade, housing many of his personal artifacts.
Unique Language Feature
Serbian is linguistically unique, being the only European language to actively use two different scripts – Cyrillic and Latin. Both scripts are officially recognized, and Serbians are taught to read and write in both from a young age.
Which rivers connect Serbia to distant seas?
Danube and Sava
Danube River only
Tisza and Timiș
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