THE BEAUTIFUL SIDE OF BOSNIA
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and
Herzegovina, Also known as the Republic of Bosnia and
Herzegovina [citation
needed],
Is a country on the peninsulaBalkanin the southEuropecovering
an area of 51 129 km² (19 741 mil2) with around four million inhabitants.
Country Bosnia known in official language as Bosna i Hercegovina in letterLatinand Босна и Херцеговина in letterCyrillic; but usually, shortened to Bosnia,
BiH or БиХ.
The country is
inhabited by threeethnic groupsthe
main:Bosnia,SerbiaandCroatia,
Bosnians are generally recognized as Bosnians inEnglishregardless
of their nation. The state government conducted scattered, and the Bosnian
state is actually comprised of alliance two main areas, namely,Federation
of Bosnia and HerzegovinaandRepublika
Srpska,
Limited byCroatiain the north, west, and south,Serbiain the east, andmontenegroin the south, Bosnia and Herzegovina
is a country surrounded by land except for the coastAdriatic Seathe 20km centered in the cityNeum,
The interior of this country is full of mountains, and the river that mostly
can not be reached. The capital city is the largest citySarajevo,
In Bosnia and
Herzegovina, there are three ethnic groups known as the "constituent
peoples":Bosnia,CroatiaandSerbia, The constituent nation form the
majority in the three administrative regions was formed inDayton agreementfor each of the ethnic groups:
Bosnian and Croatian nations occupying the Federation of Bosnia and
Herzegovina, the Serbs occupied the Republika Srpska, and Brčko District is
divided equally to both political entities. Even so, it does not mean each
ethnic group occupied an area assigned exclusively; for example, some groups of
the Bosnians who were displaced from their homes in Republika Srpska duringBosnian warhas returned again after the war
ended.
Bosnia is one of
the most multi-religious countries in the Balkan region because there is no
religion that forms an absolute majority. Known as a place where "East
meets West", this is the place where the ancient Roman Empire split into
the Western Roman Empire who embraced Catholicism and the Eastern Roman Empire
(or Byzantine) that adheres to Orthodox Christians. This belief differences
coupled with the arrival of the Ottoman Turks in the 15th century who brought
Islam. Bosnian capital itself, Sarajevo, known as "JerusalemEurope "because, until the 20th
century, is the only place in Europe where there is a church, mosque, and
synagogue were standing side by side.
Bosnia & Herzegovina Travel, Beautiful Muslim State on the Balkan
Peninsula
Same as sloveniaandCroatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina
used to be part of Yugoslavia. The country is split up in 1992 but it was only
to full independence in 1995. Today, the territory of Bosnia and Herzegovina is
divided into two regions the constitution:Republika SrpskaandFederation of
Bosnia & Herzegovina, The capital of the de jure the country is located inSarajevo, The official
currency used is convertible mark (BAM. This country has no official language,
but the people using the 3 national languages are Bosnian, Croatian and
Serbian languages. The main international airport in Bosnia & Herzegovina
isSarajevo
International Airport (SJJ) located in Butmir, about 6 km from the city center
of Sarajevo.
1. Mostar
The first is a
tourist destination Mostar, gorgeous little town located in the southern region
of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The city is included in the Herzegovina region and the
administrative center of the cantonHerzegovina-Neretva, The population of Mostar about 105
thousand people and half of them are Bosnian Muslims. It is located along the
Neretva River and is the fifth largest city in the country. The name Mostar
comes from the word"Mostari" which means "The bridge
keepers"which served to protect the bridge Stari Most (Old Bridge). The bridge
was built by the Caliph of the Ottoman (Ottoman) over the Neretva River in the
16th century. Until now, the bridge is still up and become a major landmark in
Bosnia and Herzegovina. In 2005, the Stari Most Old Town and its surrounding
areas incorporated into the UNESCO world heritage site. Other Landmarks in
Mostar, among others Koski Mehmed Pasa Mosque, Mostar Clock Tower, Cejvan Cehaj
Mosque, Muzej Hercegovine, as well as the Old Bazaar in Kujundziluk Street. To
reach this destination, visitors can take a bus, train, or airplane through the
airportMostar Airport (OMO),
2. Sarajevo
2. Sarajevo
The second is
the tourist destination Sarajevo, the capital and largest city in the state of
Bosnia and Herzegovina. Geographically, it is located in the central region of
the country, precisely along the river Miljacka and surrounded by mountains
Dinaric Alps. The population of this town of about 275 thousand inhabitants in
2013. Because it has a long history as well as cultural and religious diversity
of the population, Sarajevo is often dubbed as"Jerusalem of the Balkans"and"Jerusalem
of Europe", This city is the only city in Europe that has a mosque,
a Catholic church, an Orthodox church and a synagogue in the area. In this city
there are also the first Islamic university in the Balkans, Saraybosna Osmanli
Medrese, which is now a part of the University of Sarajevo. The main landmarks
in Sarajevo, among others Emperor's Mosque, Sarajevo Cathedral, Orthodox
Cathedral, Sarajevo Library, Latin Bridge, Sebilj, and Vrelo Bosne.
3. Blagaj
3. Blagaj
The third is a
tourist destination Blagaj, a beautiful small village located in the southeast
of Mostar, cantonalHerzegovina-Neretva, Geographically, the village is
situated on the edge of a low plateau Bišće, and has a layout that is unique
and different from other regions in the country. Blagaj is located near the
spring Buna River, a short river that has a length of only 9 km and is a branch
of the Neretva River. These springs near there and a building known as the SufiBlagaj TekkeorVrelo Bune, The building
was built around the 1520s with a blend of Ottoman architecture and the
Mediterranean. The combination of springs and historic buildings Buna River
Blagaj Tekke denoting the balance between natural and man-made architecture. In
2007, the area was incorporated into the UNESCO world heritage site nomination.
From Mostar, Blagaj is only about 12 km, and provided a bus that can be used by
visitors to reach this destination.
4. Banja Luka
4. Banja Luka
The fourth is a
tourist destination Banja Luka, the second largest city in Bosnia and
Herzegovina after Sarajevo. The city is the capital of the de factoRepublika Srpska, One of the
areas that make up the country's constitution. Geographically, Banja Luka is
located on the banks of the river Vrbas, northern region of Bosnia. The
population of this town of about 199 thousand people in 2013. Of all the cities
in the country of the former Yugoslavia, Banja Luka is famous as the town green
surrounded by trees, flower gardens, and city parks. Some of the major
landmarks in this city, among others Ferhat Pasha Mosque, Kastle Fortress,
Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Museum of Modern Art of Republika Sprska,
Gospodska Street, as well as the Krupa river. From Sarajevo, Banja Luka is
about 190 km and to reach it, visitors generally use the bus.
5. Počitelj, Čapljina
5. Počitelj, Čapljina
The fifth is
Počitejj tourist destination, a small village located in the town of Čapljina,
southern region of Bosnia-Herzegovina. Similar to Mostar, the village is also
situated on the banks of the Neretva River, Herzegovina-Neretva canton.
Počitelj is located on the edge of the main road Mostar - Metkovic, and from
Mostar, this village is about 30 km to the south. Počitelj region was built in
the limestone hills on the banks of the Neretva River. Area Old Town surrounded
by walls built around the 16th century until the 18th century. Most of the
buildings in this village was once a fortified complex built with a mix of
Medieval and Ottoman architecture. Some historic landmarks Počitelj among
others Gavrakanpetanović House, Hajji Alija Mosque, Kulo Fort and Kula Sahat
Tower. To reach this destination,
6. Jajce
6. Jajce
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