Reconstruction
by solopes
All across town (and country) it's easy to see the effort of reconstruction. It's pleasant to notice the evidence of international aid. People is thinking about leaving some destroyed buildings, as a memorial of the war. One of the big avenues almost 100% destroyed, is the best solution: its crossing is truly smashing.
Close by, a modern cathedral is growing, behind a sign to Sarajevo, a town whose name is also a memorial for all of us, of those terrible days.
Go to see the now unexisting...
by Laura19
Go to see the now unexisting old bridge, that has given its name to the city. 'Most' means bridge.
It surrounding are charming, it the oldest bit of the city, with lots of souvenirs shops and nice old houses. It's cosy atmosphere. It's a little city where everybody knows each other.
Limited information
by acemj
I have a feeling the tourist information centers in Mostar don't see a lot of action. This one is located on the western (Catholic) side of the river, but when I went inside they really didn't offer me a lot of help. The lady inside spoke English and was able to show me a map, but it was almost as if I was bothering her from her book.
Oh well. Luckily, I found another tourist information center (both were actually private agencies) on the other side of the river in the Muslim Quarter. Here the woman, who also spoke good English, was more than happy to spend some time talking with me and asking me about my travels. She offered me a map (well, for 3 Markas) and suggested a great restaurant. She also exchanged some Croatian Kuna for some local BiH currency, which proved to be a great help.
Grad Mostar
by Mina17
Animals in Bosnia are allowed the run around freely...even in the cities. So if you're in any of the major cities don't freak out if u see some goats or sheep...it's perfectly normal ...we have some by my house in Sarajevo too :)
Diving from the Bridge
by solopes
An old tradition keeps being regularly respected: some boys, after collecting a small amount from the curious visitors, jump from the bridge, diving in the river 30 meters below.
Tradition says that they must hit the water with the chest and not with the head, but I couldn't confirm it: everything is so quick that I'll wait to see it in slow motion in the video. I'll let you know!