Southeast Europe

Southeast Europe is a region in the southeastern part of Europe, often called the Balkans. It includes countries like Greece, Albania, North Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Bulgaria, Romania, and parts of Turkey. The area is known for its diverse cultures, languages, and history, shaped by various civilizations such as the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans. It has a mix of mountainous landscapes, ancient cities, and coastlines along the Adriatic, Aegean, and Black Seas. The region has experienced complex political changes, conflicts, and efforts toward integration into European institutions.