Serbia culture is a historically eventful because of the invasion of different nations at different points of time. Yet, in spite of the multicultural influence, the Balkan natives of Serbia have sustained their own culture and tradition while adopting to many new ways of life and various customs.
The politics of Serbia function within the framework of a parliamentary republic.
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.