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| Capital | Belgrade |
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| Form of government | republic |
| currency | Serbian Dinar (CSD) |
| surface | 77,474 km² (without Kosovo) |
| population | 7,120,666 million |
| languages | Serbian (Regionally also Croatian, Hungarian, Romanian, Russian, Slovak and Albanian) |
| Religions | Orthodox, Muslim, Roman Catholic |
| power grid | 220 V / 50 Hz |
| Phone code | 381 |
| Internet TLD | .rs |
| Time zone | ME (S) Z |
Serbia is a country in Southeast Europe. Bordering countries are Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro. The Republic of Serbia is a candidate for accession to the European Union.
Regions
- Central Serbia
- Vojvodina - Southern part of the Great Hungarian Plain with a large Hungarian-speaking population.
- Kosovo and Metohija - The independence of the province was recognized by numerous EU states in 2008. Serbia continues to see Kosovo as part of the national territory.
Cities
- Belgrade (Београд / Beograd) - capital on the Danube, www.beograd.rs.
- Novi Sad (Нови Сад, New set) - located on the Danube, www.novi-sad.rs
- Niš (Ниш)
- Subotica (Суботица; Hungarian: Szabadka, German historical: Maria-Theresiopel), www.subotica.rs
- Čačak (Чачак)
- Valjevo (Ваљево)
- Kragujevac (Крагујевац)
- Novi Pazar (Нови Пазар)
- Kruševac (Крушевац) - The place was founded in 1371 by "Lord" Hrebejanović Lazar.[1].
- Smederevo (Смедерево; German historical: Semendria)
- Požarevac (Пожаревац; German historical: Passarowitz)
- Zrenjanin (Зрењанин)
- Pančevo (Панчево)
- Kikinda (Кикинда)
- Leskovac (Лесковац)
- Sremska Mitrovica (Сремска Митровица)
Other goals
- Stari Ras (Стари Рас) - the remains of the old capital of the principality of Raszien near the Sopoćani monastery
- Vrnjačka Banja (Врњачка Бања) - one of the most famous spa and medicinal baths in Serbia and the former Yugoslavia
- Zlatibor (Златибор) - a low mountain range, summer and ski resort in western Serbia, near the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina. A good starting point for a day trip to Višegrad (Bosnia-Herzegovina, Republika Srpska) to the famous bridge over the Drina, a medieval Ottoman building steeped in history.
- Kopaonik (Копаоник) - a mountain range in southern Serbia and Kosovo, known for its abundance of snow in winter and the many sunny days in summer.
- Fruška gora National Park (Национални парк Фрушка гора) - Vojvodina
The monasteries of Serbia
There are a large number of Christian Orthodox monasteries in Serbia, scattered all over the country. Monastic centers are mainly located in central (Sumadija) and southern Serbia, in Kosovo and also in the Vojvodina in the national park Fruška gora. The large medieval monasteries are located in central and southern Serbia, while the monasteries in Vojvodina were built between the 14th and 18th centuries. When visiting the monasteries, the Dress code must be observed, d. H. that in men the knees and in women the knees and shoulders are covered. Corresponding instructions are often signposted in several languages in front of the corresponding monasteries. The monasteries of Serbia were and are perceived as a haven of education and tradition, the labels in Serbian are therefore always written in the Cyrillic alphabet.
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- 3 Ljubostinja Monastery (Manastir Ljubostina / Манастир Љубостиња)
- 5 Mesić Monastery (Manastir Mesić / Манастир Месић).A women's monastery in Vojvodina.
- 6 Mileševa Monastery (Manastir Mileševa / Манастир Милешева).Important fresco of the "White Angel" (Beli Anđeo).
background
On May 21, 2006, the population made a decision Montenegro in a referendum to break away from the previous confederation of Serbia and Montenegro.
On February 17, 2008, the Kosovo for independent. The international status of Kosovo is currently controversial. So far, 93 of the 193 states make up Kosovo United Nations accepted.
getting there
German citizens need a passport or identity card to enter Serbia. Entry is usually completely unproblematic for Germans. A visa is no longer required.
By plane
The main airport in Serbia is Belgrade-Nikola Tesla, just a few kilometers outside of downtown Belgrade. The main European airlines fly to this airport. There is usually a half-hourly bus (non-stop) between the airport and Belgrade (center). The cost is around 90 dinars (around 1 euro).
By train
There are direct trains to Belgrade from various places in Germany and Austria, e.g. B. from Munich (3 p.m.) or Vienna (12 p.m.). The journey from Berlin takes about 24 hours and you have to change trains in Budapest.
By bus
The capital Belgrade has two international long-distance bus stations that run through Eurolines as FlixBus are approached, these are:
- AD Beogradska Autobuska Stanica, Železnička 4, Beograd.
- LASTA, Železnička 2, Belgrade.
In the street
The green insurance card must be carried with you when entering the country by car. It should also be noted that Serbia is not in the EU, the D (Germany) or A (Austria) in the license plate is not recognized. It is therefore mandatory to stick the national license plate on the rear of the car.
By boat
Various shipping companies offer Danube cruises from Vienna and Budapest, which also stop in Belgrade.
mobility
The public transport network consists of a. from bus lines from various small companies that open up the whole country. It is best to inquire on site. In larger cities you can buy tickets at the ticket office of the bus station, without tickets you cannot enter the bus locks for security reasons, otherwise directly on the bus.
language
Is the national language Serbian, Although it is regularly written in the Cyrillic alphabet, a Latin script is also widely used. Lots of Serbs speak English and / or German. A large Hungarian-speaking population group lives in Vojvodina.
to buy
Especially in Belgrade there is a wide range of department stores, shopping centers and countless supermarkets. One of the most famous and newest shopping centers in Belgrade is that Ušće shopping center. But you should first put your money in Serbian dinars exchange, as only a few shops in Serbia accept the euro (or other currencies) as a means of payment
kitchen
The cuisine in Serbia is very different from region to region. National dishes include pihtije (pork or duck in aspic), prsut (Parma ham), raznjici (meat skewer) and sarma or japrak (grape or cabbage leaves stuffed with meat).
Traditionally eating in Serbia means starting the meal with a schnapps and ending it with one. It starts with a light starter, served with bread, followed by a hearty main course. At the end maybe a Turkish delight.
A specialty of Vojvodina (northern part of the country) is fish paprikash (Riblji paprikas), a fish goulash that is prepared in a cauldron over an open fire.
- See also: Serbian cuisine in the Koch-Wiki
- Smederevka (Смедеревка) is a white grape variety grown in Smederevo. The name of the variety is derived from the name of the city of Smederevo. The cultivation of this grape variety began most likely during the reign of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius Probus at the Mons Aureus site on the right bank of the Danube near Smederevo.
nightlife
The nightlife in the two large cities of Belgrade and Novi Sad is very varied and entertaining. You can find many bars, small pubs but also larger clubs.
accommodation
While there is a wide range of hostels, middle-class and luxury hotels in Belgrade and, to a lesser extent, in Novi Sad and Subotica, in the other cities you are mostly still dependent on hotels that were still being built in Yugoslavia. These are accordingly run down and partly overpriced. There are numerous private quarters and motels in more touristy areas and along the main roads.
Learn
Work
public holidays
| Next appointment | Surname | importance |
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| Saturday 1st January 2022 and Sunday January 2, 2022 | Nova Godina | Calendar New Year |
| Friday 7th January 2022 | Božić | Christmas |
| Thursday, January 13, 2022 | Srpska Nova Godina | Serbian New Year |
| Tuesday, February 15, 2022 | Dan Vojske Srbije / Dan državnosti Srbije | Serbian Army Day / National holiday |
| Friday April 30th 2021 | Veliki Petak | Great Friday (Good Friday, Orthodox) |
| Sunday May 2nd 2021 | Uskrs (ecclesiastical: Vaskrs) | Easter (orthodox) |
| Saturday 1st May 2021 | Praznik rada | Labor Day |
| Sunday May 9, 2021 | Dan pobede | day of the victory |
| Monday, June 28, 2021 | Dan Srba palih za Otadžbinu | St. Vitus's Day |
| Thursday November 11, 2021 | Dan primirja | Armistice Day |
If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the next working day is non-working.
security
In Serbia, security is guaranteed by the police. Most police officers do not speak English, which can make communication between tourists and police officers problematic. If an incident should occur, dial 192 as the number or contact your respective embassy in Belgrade. Because of frequent shootings or murders, it is not advisable to stay in the Sandzak area (southern Serbia). You should avoid driving through Serbia at night, as most of the streets are not lit or the asphalt is in a desolate condition. It is important to always have your travel documents with you.
health
If you are in cities, doctors are usually available. In the countryside, you may not be able to find a doctor within a 50 km radius. Treatment continues to depend heavily on finances. It is best to have standard drugs such as paracetamol, aspirin, ibuprofen, good antibiotics, etc. in your luggage, of course you can get these drugs in any pharmacy.
climate
respect
As a tourist you should maintain respect for other people. If an elderly person or a pregnant woman speaks to you on the bus, it usually means whether you would be nice enough to stand up.
Respect plays a big role in Serbian culture. Above all, Orthodox churches and monasteries should be honored. Entry can be refused with shorts or strapless T-shirts. Serbs greet each other with 3 kisses. The first time you often shake hands, but as soon as they meet someone for the second time, there are kisses.
The family is of central importance and is more respected than ours. Parents have a great influence on their children, even in adulthood. It is not uncommon to live at home until you get married.
You should never turn down an invitation to dinner or a party such as a baptism or wedding. This is a great experience and can be a lot of fun.
Post and Telecommunications
For calls abroad, as is customary internationally, the 00 and then the country code (Germany: 49) must be preselected.
Serbia has three cellular networks (mts, Telenor and Vip Mobile) which all operate nationwide cellular networks based on GSM / UMTS and LTE. The coverage of all three providers is extraordinarily good in a global comparison, with Telenor having the best coverage with a population coverage of 99% with 3G / UMTS up to 42Mbit / s and 95% 4G / LTE up to 150Mbit / s.
Prepaid cards are easily available in shops, but also at petrol stations and in small shops and cost the equivalent of around € 5 with plenty of 4G data volume. Additional data packages can be booked for about 10 € / 10GB WITH 4G.
