Bosnia and Herzegovina is an under-the-radar gem in the heart of the Balkans, perfect for travellers seeking authenticity and striking contrasts. Here, East meets West: minarets and church spires share the skyline, Ottoman bazaars sit beside Austro-Hungarian façades, and cafés serve rich Bosnian coffee alongside Mediterranean-inspired pastries. The country charms with its variety of landscapes — rugged mountains, turquoise rivers, deep forests and stone-built villages — and with the warm welcome of its people.
Sarajevo, the capital, is a living history book. Wander from the old town (Baščaršija) to imperial-era buildings and sites marked by the Yugoslav period. Further south, Mostar captivates visitors with the iconic Stari Most — a UNESCO-listed stone bridge — and lively lanes lined with artisan workshops. Nature lovers will be spoiled for choice: Sutjeska National Park (home to the Perućica primeval forest), Una National Park, the Kravica waterfalls, the Neretva canyon, and the highlands of Jahorina and Bjelašnica offer excellent hiking, rafting and sweeping vistas.
Travelling in Bosnia and Herzegovina also means discovering a hearty cuisine — ćevapi, burek, dolma, mountain cheeses and Herzegovinian wines — and a relaxed, convivial way of life. Distances are manageable, prices remain friendly, and it’s easy to combine culture, nature and city breaks on a single itinerary. Whether you’re planning a weekend in Sarajevo, a loop through Mostar–Blagaj–Počitelj, or a longer road trip across the mountains, expect a destination rich in atmosphere and encounters.
🇧🇦 Practical information about Bosnia and Herzegovina
📍 Capital: Sarajevo
👥 Population: Around 3.2 million inhabitants
💶 Currency: Bosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark (BAM)
🗣️ Official languages: Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian
⏰ Time zone: UTC +1 (winter) / UTC +2 (summer)
🌡️ Climate: Continental in Bosnia (cold winters, hot summers); more Mediterranean in Herzegovina
✈️ Getting there: Flights to Sarajevo (seasonal to Mostar); dense intercity bus network across the Balkans
🗺️ Highlights: Sarajevo (Baščaršija), Mostar (Stari Most), Blagaj, Počitelj, Kravica waterfalls, Sutjeska National Park, Una National Park, Jahorina & Bjelašnica, Trebinje
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🗺️ Articles about Bosnia and Herzegovina
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