Logan McLurg

Period 3

Serbia, with its rich and complicated history, is a country of Southeast Europe. Throughout

history, a variety of factors have contributed to shaping the national culture and identity that has

become known today. Serbia's war and conquest history, its traditions of faith as well as its own

cuisine have been three major factors contributing to the country's culture and identity.

The Serbian history of war and conquest is one of the main factors that have shaped Serbia's

culture and identity. Over the centuries, Serbia has been invaded and occupied by various

empires and powers, including the Ottoman Empire, the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Nazi

Germany. The cultural, language and tradition of Serbia has been seriously affected by these

times of international domination. For example, many Serbian words and phrases have roots in

Turkish and other languages spoken by conquerors.

In defining Serbia's culture and identity, religions also have an important role to play. For

centuries, the Serbian Orthodox Church has been among the oldest Christian denominations in

the world and is a founding element of Serbia's culture. From holidays and festivals to their art

and architecture, the Church's influence can be seen throughout the country. Moreover, the

Serbian Republic has a rich tradition of religious iconography consisting in detailed and

beautifully painted portraits of saints and Bible scenes.

Moreover, one of the factors that shaped its culture and identity was Serbia's distinctive cuisine.

The Serbian cuisine is characterised by robust stews, barbequed meats and culinary pastries as

well as a variety of regional specialities. Some of the most famous Serbian dishes include cevapi
(grilled sausages), burek (a savory pastry filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables), and ajvar (a

spicy red pepper spread).

Finally, Serbia's culture and identity has been shaped by a number of factors, in particular

through its history of conflict and conquest as well as the Catholic traditions which have given

rise to Serbian cuisine. Serbia has been able to retain a strong sense of its own identity and pride,

which reflects on its culture, music as well as traditions, despite facing many challenges in the

last centuries.
 Works Cited

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serbia

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-17907947