Sightseeing in Banja Luka - what to see. Complete travel guide

Ethnic diversity is one of the main national peculiarities of Banja Luka. There are many ethnic groups that practice different religions and follow different national traditions. That said, …
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In the past, Banja Luka was a large industrial center, but many architectural and historical landmarks were destroyed during military actions. In 1993, Serbian militiamen destroyed 16 …
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Tourists will never feel bored in Banja Luka. This gorgeous city is home to many talented artists, musicians, and theatre groups. There is usually some event, interesting exhibition, or a …
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1. Tourists should not explore distant areas of the city on their own. It is also important to be very attentive in public areas in order not to become a victim of swindlers or pickpockets. …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Banja Luka and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Banja Luka
♥ Shopping area ' Gospodska' Banja Luka, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Gospodska' Banja Luka, 0.7 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around Banja Luka
♥ Castle 'Kastel Fortress' Banja Luka, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bočac Fortress' Bočac, 29.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Komotin Castle' Jajce, 42.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Jajce Castle' Jajce, 48.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Brod Fortress' , 77.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kastel Fortress' Banja Luka, 1.1 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Bočac Fortress' Bočac, 29.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Komotin Castle' Jajce, 42.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Jajce Castle' Jajce, 48.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Brod Fortress' , 77.3 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around Banja Luka
♥ National Park 'Kozara' , 35.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Lonjsko polje' , 78.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Golubinjak' , 87.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Papuk' , 89 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Jankovac' , 91.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Kozara' , 35.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Nature Park 'Lonjsko polje' , 78.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Forest Park 'Golubinjak' , 87.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Nature Park 'Papuk' , 89 km from the center. On the map


♥ Forest Park 'Jankovac' , 91.8 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Banja Luka from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Monument to Victims of Jasenovac Concentration Camp
From the series “The most famous buildings of communism”
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Distance from Banja Luka center - 59.5 km.
Many interesting objects have been preserved in the vast historical territory. They remind of the tragic times for Jasenovac. You can even see the old train here. Prisoners were taken to the camp on it. Jasenovac Monastery is located nearby. Explanatory signs are installed everywhere on the territory of the historical complex. They allow visitors to conduct self-guided tours here. A documentary was made about one of the world's largest concentration camps in 2015. It tells a lot of interesting facts about the historical monument and its authors. …
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