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- 06 May
A short guide to Sarajevo, Bosnia
There’s no doubt that the Balkans region has a very interesting history, especially in the 20th century, and when it come to the 90’s it’s impossible to talk about Europe without mentioning Sarajevo. This incredibly diverse city has a dreary history, but more than a decade after the Yugoslavian war, Sarajevo has almost completely recovered. It is the perfect holiday destination for those who want a taste of Eastern Europe.
Not overly large but very cosmopolitan, Sarajevo can easily keep you busy with its attractions for weeks on end. To discover more about this friendly and picturesque city, here’s a short guide to Sarajevo, Bosnia.
Attractions
The Old Town is usually the first thing that everyone visits in Sarajevo, and a walk on the narrow, cobbled streets is actually a great start for a trip to the Bosnian capital. What’s interesting about the Old Town is that it looks like a mix of Western Europe, Eastern Europe and the Middle East – it’s not usual to find a synagogue, a mosque, catholic and orthodox churches very close to one another.History enthusiasts should visit the Latin Bridge, where the incident that started WWI happened (this is where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was killed). Vrelo Bosne is a great place for an outing in nature – it’s the origin of the River Bosna, a mere 20 minutes on foor from the city center.
If you want to see an authentic Ottoman inn, visit Morica Hann, which today is a quaint little carpet shop and a traditional restaurant. If you’re in the mood for some museum visiting, there are plenty of place to choose from. Museums in Sarajevo can look somewhat shabby, but the collections and exhibitions are very interesting nonetheless.
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There are many activities to do in Sarajevo, from simply wandering around the Old Town, to picnicking, hiking or winter sports. Vrelo Bosne park is great for picnics and walking without too much effort.
The scenery is one of the most famous in the region, and in addition to natural sights, you can also see some Austro-Hungarian buildings that show the former glory of Sarajevo. If you visit the city in winter, you can ski to your heart’s content on two Olympic grade mountains only 40 minutes from Sarajevo.
In the city, you can shop for carpets and handmade copperware, or try some of the tasty local specialties such as burek and ?evapi.
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