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Sarajevo is a multicultural city with a long history of religious and cultural diversity, sometimes called the "Jerusalem of Europe". It was the site of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914, the 1984 Winter Olympics, and the longest siege of a capital city in modern warfare during the Bosnian War.
Sep 1, 2024 · Sarajevo, capital and cultural centre of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It lies in the narrow valley of the Miljacka River at the foot of Mount Trebević. The city retains a strong Muslim character, having many mosques, wooden houses with ornate interiors, and the ancient Turkish marketplace (the Baščaršija); much of the population is Muslim.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
- 1 | Explore Baščaršija, Sarajevo’s Old Town
- 2 | Walk Among The Pigeons at The Sebilj Fountain
- 3 | Enjoy A Bosnian Coffee
- 4 | Watch The Vječna Vatra, The Eternal Flame
- 5 | Stand on The Spot That Started World War I at The Latin Bridge
- 6 | Relive The Reality of The Sarajevo Siege at The Sarajevo War Tunnel
- 7 | Admire The Quirky Architecture at Vijećnica, Sarajevo City Hall
- 8 | Understand The Past at Gallery 11/07/95
- 9 | Watch The Sunset at Žuta Tabija, The Yellow Fortress
- 10 | Walk Among The Past at A Sarajevo Cemetery
In the heart of Sarajevo’s Old Town, the 15th Century Old Bazaar is a maze of cobbled streets filled with shops selling metals, jewellery, pottery and souvenirs. The shop fronts spill out onto the narrow streets and the gleaming copper stalls and traditional coffee sets catch the eye at every turn. Browse the traditional handicrafts, indulge in the...
One of Sarajevo’s most recognisable landmarks the Moorish wooden Sebilj Fountain is a must see in the city. Legend has it that those who drink from the fountain twice will return to Sarajevo but we didn’t try the water to test the theory! As well as attracting tourists, the pseudo Ottoman style fountain is also a pigeon magnet and the area is often...
Drinking Bosnian coffee is a rite of passage in Sarajevo’s Old Town. Arriving with the Ottoman influences from the Orient, Bosnian coffee is symbolic of the country. A walk through the streets of Baščaršija shows illustrates the importance of Bosnian coffee in everyday life: behind the storefronts, coffee beans are ground by hand with a huge pestle...
Sarajevo has a devastating past. Vjecna Vatra, Sarajevo’s Eternal Flame, is a memorial to the military and civilian victims of World War II in Sarajevo. The open flame burns continuously symbolising that they will never be forgotten.
Rising solemnly over the Miljacka River in Sarajevo the Latin Bridge holds a remarkable place in world history. On June 28, 1914, the Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, the next in line to the Austro-Hungarian throne, and his wife Sophie were assassinated as they passed by the Latin Bridge with their motorcade triggering a chain of events which l...
The Sarajevo Tunnel was built by the Bosnian Army during the Siege of Sarajevo to link the city with other Bosnian-held territory. It allowed food, weapons and aid to be transported into the city and was a lifeline for Sarajevo. Today, the tunnel and its museum offer a fascinating insight into the history of the city.
Vijećnica was designed in 1891 by the Czech architect Karel Pařík but he stopped working on the project due to the criticism he faced from officials. The building was destroyed in the war and was completely rebuilt. The exhibitions include reenactments of the Hague Criminal Court and a basement museum.
Gallery 11/07/1995 is an exhibition to commemorate the Srebrenica tragedy where more than 8,000 Muslim men and boys were killed in the worst atrocity on European soil since World War II. The heartbreaking museum contains images, videos and audio documenting the events that took place in the small town of Srebrenica. The museum is one of the most de...
Built in the early 1700s, The Yellow Fortress is one of the most popular viewpoints in Sarajevo and, every evening crowds gather at the fortress to watch the sunset. Not much remains of the fortress but the spectacular views of Sarajevo make this a must see.
Overlooking the city, the Alifakovac Cemetry and the Old Jewish Cemetery are the final resting place for many high profile locals. The Alifakovac Cemetry dates from the 15th Century and is located in one of the oldest settlements in Sarajevo. The cemetery is named after Ali Faqih, an Islamic scholar who served as a witness when Sarajevo’s deed of e...
Nov 7, 1995 · Discover Sarajevo, a city with an East-meets-West vibe and a rich cultural heritage. Learn about its attractions, history, and cuisine from Lonely Planet experts.
Mar 31, 2016 · Learn from a local resident how to explore the welcoming and cosmopolitan capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Discover the best places to visit, eat, shop, and enjoy the culture and history of Sarajevo.
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