Belgrade is the capital city of Serbia as it is the seat of the country's government. Belgrade is also the largest city in the country, occupying an area of 138.98 square miles and having a population of over 1.166 million inhabitants. Belgrade is the economic hub of Serbia, with most local companies found in the city. Belgrade is also the cultural heart of the country and hosts many important cultural events

Belgrad był stolicą Jugosławii, w której politycznie dominowali Serbowie. Po rozpadzie Jugosławii, pozostał stolicą Serbii.