Slava is passed down exclusively through male lineage and it symbolizes family identity, unity, and faith. In 2014, slava was inscribed on unesco intangible cultural heritage lists of serbia. Some patron saints can be celebrated two times a year, the main day is called slava, while the secondary day is called preslava.

Here's your complete guide to serbian slava! These 11 facts will help you to feel like a local at this important serbian celebration! Serbs are the only christians who celebrate Ò€œslavaÒ€ Ò€ a patron saint day. It is the tradition of the ritual celebration and veneration of a familyÒ€ℒs own patron saint. Krsna slava is an exclusively serbian custom. It is the most solemn day of the year for all serbs of the orthodox faith and has played a role of vital importance in the history of the serbian people.

Krsna slava is an exclusively serbian custom. It is the most solemn day of the year for all serbs of the orthodox faith and has played a role of vital importance in the history of the serbian people.