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Belgrade: A Tale of History and Modern Challenges

From a 7000-year history to current political instability, Belgrade is a city of contrasts. As an EU candidate, it looks to the future while honoring its past.

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This is a picture of a city, where there are buildings, trees, poles, roads, vehicles , sky.

Belgrade: A Tale of History and Modern Challenges

Belgrade, Serbia's capital and largest city, is home to 1.4 million people. It's one of Europe's oldest cities, with a history stretching back over 7000 years. Known as the 'White City', Belgrade is an EU candidate, despite political instability and a stark urban-rural divide.

Dr. Miodrag Djordjevic, a resident of Belgrade, witnessed the city's transformation during the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 1990s. The city's limestone fortress, a symbol of its resilience, earned it the nickname 'White City'. Despite its rich history and cultural significance, Belgrade faces challenges. The city is politically unstable, with a clear divide between urban and rural areas. This divide often influences its political landscape and social dynamics.

Belgrade, Serbia's capital and largest city, is a blend of ancient history and modern challenges. With a population of 1.4 million, it's a city of contrasts, from its limestone fortress to its political instability. As an EU candidate, Belgrade looks towards the future while honoring its past.

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