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Serbia Has a Unique Language Script
Serbia is one of the few countries in the world that officially uses both Cyrillic and Latin alphabets. You’ll see street signs, menus, and newspapers in either script—often side by side!
Small, Compact and Diverse
Serbia is roughly the size of South Carolina and West Virginia combined, or about 0.9% of the U.S. land area. You can drive from north to south of Serbia in about 6–7 hours.
Over 30% of Serbia Is Forest
Despite its small size, Serbia has rich biodiversity with five national parks, stunning mountains, and beautiful river gorges, like Đerdap (Iron Gates) on the Danube.
It's Home to One of the Oldest Cities in Europe
The city of Niš, located in southern Serbia, is one of the oldest cities in Europe. It was the birthplace of Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity.
Serbia Hosts an Award-Winning Trumpet Festival
The Guča Trumpet Festival, held annually in western Serbia, is one of the largest brass band festivals in the world, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Serbia Produces World-Class Athletes
Serbia punches far above its weight in sports. Tennis legend Novak Djokovic, in basketball Nikola Jokic,- the country excels in basketball, water polo, and volleyball.
Serbia Loves Its Rakija
Rakija, a strong fruit brandy (often plum-based), is the national drink of Serbia. It’s homemade in many households and offered as a welcome drink to guests.
In Serbia, "Come for Coffee" Means Stay for 5 Hours and Maybe Dinner ☕🍽️
If a Serbian invites you for “just a coffee,” cancel the rest of your day. What starts as a quick espresso often turns into multiple rounds of coffee, snacks, rakija, deep conversations, and possibly a homemade meal. It's less of a drink and more of a full social event!
Coffee Culture is Huge
In Bosnia, drinking coffee isn’t just a caffeine fix—it’s a social ritual. Bosnian coffee (similar to Turkish coffee) is an art. It’s traditionally served in a džezva with a sugar cube or lokum (Turkish delight) and sipped slowly while chatting.
Bosnia-Herzegovina Has One of the World’s Last Wild Rivers
The Neretva River is one of Europe's last wild and clean rivers. Its turquoise waters run through canyons and historic towns—like Mostar, home to the iconic Old Bridge.
It Has the World's Largest Pyramid (Allegedly)
The Bosnian Pyramids near Visoko are a controversial archaeological site. Some believe they’re natural hills; others say they're the oldest pyramids in the world. Either way, they attract thousands of curious visitors each year
More Forest Than You Might Expect
Over 50% of Bosnia and Herzegovina is covered in forest, making it one of the greenest countries in Europe. It’s a paradise for hikers, nature lovers, and wildlife spotters.
Ćevapi Is Practically a National Treasure
These small grilled minced meat sausages (ćevapi) are served with flatbread, onions, and kajmak (a creamy dairy spread). It’s Bosnia’s ultimate comfort food and a must-try.
Bosnia Has a Beach Town (Sort of!)
Even though it has only 20 kilometers of coastline, Bosnia has a tiny seaside town called Neum—its only access to the Adriatic Sea.
It’s Actually Two Countries in One
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a single sovereign nation but is made up of two entities: the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska. It’s one of the most complex political structures in the world.
In Bosnia, Everyone Is a Coffee Psychologist ☕
Don’t be surprised if a casual coffee turns into a full-on life therapy session! In Bosnia, drinking coffee isn’t just a social activity—it’s a national sport of analyzing life, love, politics, and your cousin’s cousin’s drama. Everyone has advice, an opinion, and a theory—especially after the second cup! 😄
