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Bascarsija Sarajevo
26 Reviews As with many of my Sarajevo tips, I experienced them after dark. We walked around the old centre and took in the art and crafts shops along with traditional restaurants. These streets are full of...
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Old Bridge - Stari Most Mostar
30 Reviews As a matter of fact, the old bridge was six years old. The old one was destroyed by the war, and this one was built recently, (almost) following the original. What shall I say, about a town that has...
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Gazi Husrev Bey Mosque Sarajevo
12 Reviews Although it is not like in "real" islamic countries and i heard call-to-pray only twice, this is a real and beautiful mosque. It is situated in the middle of Bascarsija, Old Town. Also this was a...
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Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque Mostar
11 Reviews The sign outside the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque claims the mosque possesses the best views of the old bridge in all the city. A mighty claim to make, and it backs it up with some stunning vistas from...
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Assassination Site - Latin Bridge Sarajevo
10 Reviews With it's own place in history, Archduke Ferdinand was shot here by one Gavrilo Princip which rapidly led to the start of WWI. It's a little uneven on the surface these days but that's understandable...
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Neretva River Mostar
10 Reviews The city may be divided culturally and ethnically, but it is physically by the Neretva river. The cool, fresh water of the river cuts through the sun drenched valley, the scorching summer sun...
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Tunnel Museum Sarajevo
8 Reviews During the Siege of Sarajevo, Serbian forces had the entire city of Sarajevo surrounded. For the people of the city, a secret tunnel under the airport's runway (which NATO had declared to be a no-fire...
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Old Town Mostar
11 Reviews The old town is beautiful - like something torn out of the pages of a Medieval storybook. The pristine white minarets stretch smoothly up to the sky, contrasting with the rusticated stone grey homes...
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Eternal Flame - Vjecna Vatra Sarajevo
10 Reviews Located at the end of pedestrian Ferhadija, where it meets Marshal Tito Street, Sarajevo`s Eternal Flame is a monument to Bosnians killed during the Second World War. Sarajevo had been occupied by...
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Crooked Bridge - Kriva Cuprija Mostar
8 Reviews While Mostar is famous for the Old Bridge (Stari Most), bridge-lovers of the world won't want to miss it's little sister- the Crooked Bridge. Just a block or two west of the main bridge, the little...
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The Cathedral Sarajevo
16 Reviews Sarajevo's citizens represent many religions, which is why a stroll through the city center will allow you to see houses of worship of all varieties. Just off Ferhadija Street is the city's Catholic...
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Turkish House Mostar
11 Reviews This house is a small and modest museum, where you may see in detail the furniture, and the uses of its old owners. Maybe too much detail - the long visit and the succession of visitors turn the...
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Sniper Alley Sarajevo
3 Reviews During the Siege of Sarajevo, Ulica Zmaja od Bosne was one of the most dangerous streets to cross. Serbian snipers hidden in nearby hills would open fire on anyone daring to cross the street that...
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Karadjoz Bey Mosque Mostar
6 Reviews Located on the main shopping street, the Karadjoz-Bey Mosque was built in 1557. It has a wooden-roofed veranda as well an annex with four domes (now used as a clinic). Reconstruction of this, the...
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Brusa Bezistan Sarajevo
4 Reviews The history of the domed Brusa Bezistan complex dates back to the Ottoman era, when it was built as a covered market place. During the recent war it was heavily damaged, but has been restored lately....
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Kujundziluk Mostar
8 Reviews While the Kujundziluk is locally seen to be the western side of the river and the traditional base for local craftspeople and merchants, Kujundziluk extends across the river and is equally as charming...
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Academy of Fine Art Sarajevo
4 Reviews The Academy of Arts is situated in the building of the former Evangelical Church. It was erected at the end of the 19th century during Austro Hungarian times when many protestants came to Sarajevo....
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Radobolja River Mostar
2 Reviews While the green-blue Neretva river steals all the plaudits in Mostar, there is another aquatic beauty in Mostar which runs form west to east into the Neretva. The narrow Radobolja river divides onto...
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Ali Pasha Mosque Sarajevo
6 Reviews At one of the busiest Sarajevo intersections, on the edges of Old city centre, yet not at Bascarsija there are a green park with trees, cesmas (fountains) and Ali Pasha mosque. It is mosque built in...
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Karadozbegova Mosque Mostar
3 Reviews Built nearly half a millenia ago, in 1557, the Karadozbegova Mosque is considered the finest example of Islamic architecture in the region. It's also considered to be the most beautiful mosque in...
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Sebilj Fountain Sarajevo
7 Reviews The Sebilj Fountain was erected in pseudo-Moorish style in 1891. Slighly below the current position used to stand a fountain which was built in the middle of the 18th century, but burnt down almost...
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Miljacka River Sarajevo
5 Reviews After you have explored the old town,( or before ) a stroll by the river Miljacka is a great idea. On the city side the road goes all the way , on the other side the road or path most of the way....
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Gradska Trznica Sarajevo
4 Reviews On the main pedestrian street (Ferhadija) in Sarajevo, soon after you left Bascarsija towards Eternal Flame direction you can do some very decent shopping (not decent. in fact excellent) in the...
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Walking Sarajevo
6 Reviews walk up one of the roads leading to the hills for a fantastic view of the countryside and city. please stick to known routes as there are still dangers of land mines from the war! but if you stick to...
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Old Orthadox Church Sarajevo
8 Reviews The history of the Old Orthodox Church, which is correctly name Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel, dates back to at least the middle of the 16th century. Its exact history isn't...
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Most of the B&H towns are situated on the banks of the rivers. Eversince the menkind exist, the water means life. The river of Vrbas is one of the biggest in Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is of very speed current and you have to be very careful when swiming in it.This picture of the green river was taken in the town of Banja Luka, which is situated in the nortwestern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The river of Una is one of the most beautiful rivers in whole Bosnia&Herzegovina. It flows through the western part of the country.This picture of Una cascades was taken in the town of Jajce. Because of it speed current the water is pretty cold, even in the summer time, so be careful when swiming. Under no cirrcumstance you shouldn't enter in the water without refreshing you body temperature first.
This is a very typical old Muslim house, which looks almost like mushroom, the groundfloor is usually tight while the first floor looks like an umbrella. This kind of the architecture was imported in Bosnia since the times it was occupaid by the Turks. Unfortunately, not much of those houses have left Bosnia nowadays.
Mostar was the most memorable place I visited in Bosnia & Hercegowina. I remember well the disturbing TV footage of the senseless destruction of the historic bridge in 1993. The bridge has been reconstructed in 2004 and once again towers over the Neretva River. It is a sight photos don`t do justice - it is much more impressive if you see it for real. Mostar is worth visiting not only for the vista of the Old Bridge. The whole Oldtown is a truly romantic place. I recommend- visiting the mosques Karadjoz Bey, Cejvan Cehaj, Koski Mehmed Pasha and Kara Ozbegova - in some you can also climb the minaret and enjoy a spectacular view of the Oldtown. The best view of the bridge is from Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, open a small gate near the mosque entrance and then go left. It is the most popular photo location in Mostar !- visit the historic Biscevica and Muslibegovic houses- a smaller version of...
Blagaj is only a short drive from Mostar and should not be missed. The main attraction is a dervish house (tekija), the equivalent of a monastery for an order of muslim mystics, donated by the local sultan after the Ottoman takeover of Bosnia in the 15th century. The tekija is built right into the hill from which the river Buna originates; it is one of the largest river sources in Europe. Pretty restaurants on both sides of the river source invite for a stop. In 5/2011, restoration works of the Tekija were in progress. Blagaj also has a medieval fortress with great views; although there is no real path, a scramble up the hill is very worthwhile (follow sign "stari grad").
In 1981 a couple of teenagers claimed an encounter with the Virgin Mary, in the hills near Medjurgorje town. Since then, Medjurgorje has become a pilgrimage site for Catholic Christians of every nation, even though the apparition is not officially acknowledged by the church to this date. In the local church St. James masses are held in many international languages, and regardless if you believe or not, it is a moving sight to see so many people sunk in prayer, convinced that they are somehow nearer to God in this place. A pilgrimage path leads to the hill - marked by a cross - of the first apparition. Around St. James church you will find several shrines with mosaics from the life of Christ and a path with Stations of the Cross. Medjurgorje itself is very commercialized; you have souvenir shops the size of supermarkets selling religious memorabilia for every taste & budget.
Pocitelj is said to be the most beautiful village in Bosnia & Hercegowina, and I am inclined to believe. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The village was a fortress town during the Ottoman Rule, warding off Austrian or Venetian incursions. The fortress and the remaining city walls still tower over the village; they are accessible and offer a great view of Pocitelj. The village itself is a romantic ensemble of stone houses and cobblestone alleys; the Dadzi-alija Mosque is open for visitors and very worthwhile visiting. An artists colony settled here, they will surely find lots of inspiration in their surroundings.
Hutovo is a nature reserve with a lake and swampland that is well-known as a breeding ground and habitat for birds. The most bird-rich season is said to be January and February when migrating birds stop here. The only way to explore Hutovo are boat trips; there seems to be no fixed schedule, and how often the boats depart seemed to me rather a first come, first serve-concept. Even the information bureau within the park had no real clue when and if the boats leave. Better ask the staff of the hotel Karaotok which is close to the pier (the contact adress: nikola.zovko.karaotok@tel.net.ba). As I found out, even if you`re the only person they would take you on a trip for ca. 30 €; in a bigger group, the price is reduced to 10 €. The boat trip is very tranquil and offers great scenic views; try to sit in the front of the boat for a better and unobstructed view. I spotted several herons and...
Several tour operators in Sarajevo offer "wartime tours" focusing on the times of the civil war in Bosnia during the 1990`s and the siege of Sarajevo by Serbian troops. Often they are combined with a visit to the "Tunnel Museum" near the Sarajevo airport, 12 km outside the city. This activitiy is highly recommended if your intention is to learn about the origins of the conflict, the hardships of the civilian population and the problems that exist till today as a result of this bitter struggle. The tunnel museum shows original video footage from the war, and it is possible to walk for a short stretch in the 1,60 m high tunnel. The tunnel served during the war as a fragile link between a black market in a mountain village and Sarajevo. I took a tour with "Sarajevo Discovery" and our young guide was very good. Even without a tour, evidence of the civil war is very visible in Sarajevo and...
Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia & Hercegowina, but somehow retains a sleepy provincial-town feeling. A walking-tour is easy as the interesting Oldtown is rather compact: To get a first impression, I suggest to start a walk along the left bank of the Miljacka river, near the Art Academy (the building with the green-tiled cupola), via Latinska Most - bridge towards the National Library (in restoration). Continue then to Sebilj Square, explore the Bascarsija Oldtown, then follow the modern Ferhadija Street towards the Catholic Cathedral and then Orthodox Saborna Church. What is there to see in Sarajevo ? Just a few suggestions ...- the Oldtown (Bascarsija) is a unique blend of East and West - Sebelj Square - the historic heart of the Oldtown - centers around a picturesque moorish-style fountain, with plenty of pigeons around (hence the translation "pigeon square")- the Latinska Most...
Hotel Safir Sarajevo
1 Review and 57 Opinions Extremely convenient position, in a quiet side-street just outside the old town, with buses and a...
Hotel-Restaurant Kriva Cuprija Mostar
6 Reviews and 70 Opinions This hotel is the best thing happened to us in 10 days vacation in the Balkans.The hotel was built...
Cezar Hotel Banja Luka
3 Reviews and 4 Opinions Hotel “Cezar” is located by the Banja Luka center. It is close to the Banjaluka Fair, and easily...
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