The Slavic peoples are a group of ethnicities that primarily inhabit Eastern Europe, Central Europe, and parts of Northern Asia. They are divided into three main branches: West Slavs, including Poles and Czechs; East Slavs, which includes Russians, Ukrainians, and Belarusians; and South Slavs, such as Serbs, Croats, and Bulgarians. Historically, the Slavic peoples share linguistic and cultural ties, with their languages belonging to the Slavic language family. They have a rich heritage that includes folklore, music, and traditional customs, which vary significantly across different regions and communities.