Bosnia & Herzegovina sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

Bosnians are very serious about preserving wildlife, so there are many parks and protected areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Bijambare Nature Park …
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In the prehistoric period, the territory of the modern country was populated by Illyrian tribes. In the 4th century BC, they were conquered by Celts. Later, the old country was under the Ancient Rome and then became a part of Byzantium in the 6th century. The first Bosnian country was formed at the turn of the 10th - 11th centuries but then lost its independence. The 16th century was marked by the Turkish reign, during which a lot of new big cities were established.
Monuments and architectural objects, notable for the history and culture of the country.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country of cultural diversity. This can not but be reflected in the national cuisine, which combines the influence of …
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Castles of Bosnia & Herzegovina
♥ Castle 'Bočac Fortress' Bočac. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bužim Castle' Bužim. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fazlagić Tower' Gacko. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fortress of Doboj' Doboj. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Glamoč Fortress' Glamoč. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bočac Fortress' Bočac. On the map


♥ Castle 'Bužim Castle' Bužim. On the map


♥ Castle 'Fazlagić Tower' Gacko. On the map


♥ Castle 'Fortress of Doboj' Doboj. On the map


♥ Castle 'Glamoč Fortress' Glamoč. On the map


Famous and uniques places in Bosnia & Herzegovina from our review series
Monument to Battle of Kozar
From the series “The most famous buildings of communism”
The construction of the unusual monument was fully completed in 1972. It has a non-standard cylindrical shape. Vertical segments form the structure of the monument. They are made of steel. Such a structure has a very … Read all
Livno Town
From the series “Small Flamboyant Towns Painted with Van Gogh Colors”
During that period, the most magnificent palaces were built in the town. Now you can see several surviving mosques and other historical monuments. The town is very convenient to explore on foot. It has both the modern area with numerous shops and restaurants, and a picturesque historic district, which became a favorite place for tourists to walk. The city has modern … Read all
Lukomir Village
From the series “The Most Cozy Towns Full of Zen”
You can see the old stone houses of local residents in the village. Numerous amazing attractions are situated in the nearest vicinity. Here you can walk through the picturesque mountain areas, see centuries-old forests, and admire the rapid waterfalls. The way of life in a village is very special. Its residents deliberately … Read all

Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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06.06.2023
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.

06.06.2023
Sightseeing in popular cities of Bosnia & Herzegovina
In the early Middle Ages, the territory of modern Mostar was a part of the Zahum province. Over the centuries, the territory changed owners several times. In different years, the Nemanjić dynasty, Bosnians, and Zahum princes reigned here. In the mid-15th century, two towers appeared on the different banks of the Neretva River. The fortification on the right bank became famous as Cim, and Nebojsa was the name of the fortification on the opposite bank. This is when the town of Mostar appeared. … Read more

One of the magnificent old palaces houses the Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina, founded in 1945. The museum exposition includes over 300000 unique pieces concerning the most diverse aspects of the country's history and culture. Visitors can enjoy collections of old books, works of art, photographs and documents, as well as exhibits dedicated to wartime difficult for the country. An old brewery, founded in 1864, remained in Sarajevo. Now, it is one of the important sightseeing … Read more

The earliest mention of Jajce dates back to 1396. Hrvoje Vukčić Hrvatinić, a Grand Duke of Bosnia, was the founder of the settlement. Historians do not know the exact year when Jajce was founded but they agree that this event happened between 1391 and 1404. There was an ancient tower on the site of the modern settlement. This is where the duke decided to build a fortress. In the first half of the 15th century, Tvrtko II was the ruler in the kingdom, and Stephen Tomašević or Stephen II … Read more

The first mentions of Pocitelj date back to 1444, the time when King Alfonso V was the ruler. Initially, the village was a part of the nearby Župa Dubrava. In the second part of the 15th century, people started building protective facilities in order to save the settlement from the Ottomans. There was a military garrison in Pocitelj for eight years starting from 1463. The army was successful in countering the attacks of the Turks for five years, but the fortress town eventually had to … Read more

For those fond of interesting museums, Museum of Modern Art it is definitely worth a visit. It was opened in 2004, the museum is housed in a renovated old train station building. Today, the foundation of the museum collection consists of paintings of famous Yugoslav artists of the second half of the 20th century, also in the museum temporary exhibitions of famous contemporary artists and photographers are often held. In addition to paintings, the museum has a rich collection of sculptures … Read more
