Belgrade is the capital of the Republic of Serbia and the largest and most populous city in the territory of the former Yugoslavia.
The 46-day Lenten fast for Serbians and other Orthodox Christians is strict. Western Christians, for whom Sundays are exempt, fast for 40 days unlike Orthodox Christians who also fast on the six Sundays in Lent.
Officially name: The Republic of Serbia
Capital: Belgrade
Largest city: Belgrade
Official language: Serbian
Government: Parliamentary republic