Serbia

"Bread and rivers" are symbolic expressions rooted in the hearts of the Serbian people. This phrase is often used to emphasize the importance of essential goods, survival, fertile land, friendship and unity.

Bread represents staple food and symbolizes the basic need for nutrition. In Serbian culture, cereal cultivation and bread production are integral parts of traditional rural life. Bread is often seen as a symbol of joy, happiness and unity, and loaves are frequently baked during various ceremonies and rituals.

Serbia's pavilion at the 2023 CIIE is set for visitors to learn about the idea behind "bread and rivers" in Serbia. The first part of the exhibition allows visitors to see and experience the story of Serbian bread, where artists use bread as a symbol of gathering, family, friendship, progress and tradition. The second part aims to make visitors feel like a part of the pavilion design to better understand Serbian culture.