South Ossetia

Explore South Ossetia on Emblem World: flag, coat of arms, capital, languages, food, drinks, desserts, music, history, and cultural identity.

Explore South Ossetia on Emblem World: flag, coat of arms, capital, languages, food, drinks, desserts, music, history, and cultural identity. South Ossetia is part of the wider Emblem: Digital Souvenirs website and product ecosystem.

International status

Not a UN member state

Recognized by 5 UN member states: Russia, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Nauru, and Syria. Most states treat it as part of Georgia.

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Top local food in South Ossetia

Fydzhin • Dzikka • Khinkali

Top local drinks in South Ossetia

Araka • Ossetian beer • Herbal tea

Top local desserts in South Ossetia

Pakhlava • Honey pastries • Walnut sweets

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