National symbols of Serbia

The national symbols of Serbia are elements that are emblematic, representative, or otherwise characteristic of the country, its people, and its culture. Some are officially recognized symbols, while others, though not formally sanctioned, are still widely acknowledged and respected at both national and international levels.

Official symbols

Type	File	Description
State flag		Flag of Serbia The flag of Serbia is a tricolor consisting of three equal horizontal bands of red, blue, and white, with the lesser coat of arms positioned off-center toward the hoist side on the state flag. It has been used in various forms since 1835.
Civil flag		Flag of Serbia The flag of Serbia is a tricolor consisting of three equal horizontal bands of red, blue, and white, with the lesser coat of arms positioned off-center toward the hoist side on the state flag. It has been used in various forms since 1835.
Greater coat of arms		Coat of arms of Serbia The coat of arms of Serbia consists of a shield bearing the Serbian eagle and the Serbian cross, two main heraldic symbols that represent the identity of the Serbs and the Serbian state, topped by the [List of Serbian language\|Serbian monarchs\|Royal] Crown of Serbia, with two fleurs-de-lys positioned beneath each of the eagle’s claws, and, in the greater coat of arms, a mantle and pavilion displayed behind the shield. It has been used in various forms since 1882.
Lesser coat of arms		Coat of arms of Serbia The coat of arms of Serbia consists of a shield bearing the Serbian eagle and the Serbian cross, two main heraldic symbols that represent the identity of the Serbs and the Serbian state, topped by the Royal Crown of Serbia, with two fleurs-de-lys positioned beneath each of the eagle’s claws, and, in the greater coat of arms, a mantle and pavilion displayed behind the shield. It has been used in various forms since 1882.
National anthem		National anthem of Serbia The national anthem of Serbia is "Bože pravde". Its lyrics were written and music composed in 1872, and it was first adopted in 1882.
National day		Statehood Day of Serbia The Statehood Day, also known as the Candlemas, is a public holiday celebrated on 15 and 16 February. It commemorates both the start of the First Serbian Uprising in 1804 and the adoption of the first Serbian constitution, known as the Sretenje Constitution, in 1835.