Sightseeing in Jajce - what to see. Complete travel guide
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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 became the king after him. Summer 1463 was tragic for residents of Jajce. The Ottomans besieged the settlement and managed to capture it. At that time, the Ottomans could hold it for only six months.
As it was mentioned above, the waterfall is the main attraction in Jajce. What is so unusual about it? This incredible natural landmark is situated directly in the city, and this fact makes the waterfall unusual and even unique. As a rule, this is the first landmark that tourists visit in Jajce. Guests of the city come to see the spectacular natural attraction that has inspired poets and painters for centuries.
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The historic part of Jajce has a thick protective wall. Duke Hrvoje Vukčić liked the area and decided to build a large fortress here. The design of the fortress in Jajce was inspired by a fortress in Naples - Castel dell'Ovo. The name of the fortification also means an “egg”. The Bosnian fortress was also called the Egg Fortress and later gave its name to the city.
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There is the eye-catching St. Luke’s Bell Tower on the southern side. The tower is tall, so it is dominating over the surrounding buildings. In the past, this was a bell tower. The tower is a part of an ancient church or the church walls, to be precise. The shrine was damaged in the past and only its walls have survived. The Saint Mary’s Church appeared here before the foundation of Jajce. During the reign of Bosnian kings, a citadel was built near the church, and first dwellers were settling around it.
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The most comfortable way to get to Jajce is from Sarajevo. Five buses connect these two cities every day. It takes roughly three and a half hours to get to Jajce from the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Tourists coming from other cities in the country might find it more comfortable to rent a car or find a taxi. This is the fastest way to reach the Bosnian town.
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Survived castles around Jajce
♥ Castle 'Jajce Castle' Jajce, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Komotin Castle' Jajce, 8.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bočac Fortress' Bočac, 20.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Glamoč Fortress' Glamoč, 47.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kastel Fortress' Banja Luka, 47.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Jajce Castle' Jajce, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Komotin Castle' Jajce, 8.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Bočac Fortress' Bočac, 20.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Glamoč Fortress' Glamoč, 47.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kastel Fortress' Banja Luka, 47.9 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Jajce
♥ National Park 'Kozara' , 80.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Biokovo' , 114.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Marjan' , 114.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Krka' , 116.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Lonjsko polje' , 126.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Kozara' , 80.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Biokovo' , 114.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Forest Park 'Marjan' , 114.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Krka' , 116.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Lonjsko polje' , 126.2 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Jajce from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Livno Town
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Distance from Jajce center - 60.8 km.
The Franciscan museum with an extensive collection of historical artifacts and The Gorica Gallery are sure to appeal to art lovers. The town is nice for quiet measured rest. There are no noisy entertainment venues, so Livno is often visited by tourists with children. The best time to rest in this picturesque area is summer. Many hotels feature swimming pools. There is an incredibly beautiful park with fountains and sculptures in the downtown. …
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