A Time travel: Once Upon a Time there was a King(dom) of Bosnia

In the collective memory of the people living in the area of the former Bosnian kingdom, many historical stories have remained in lasting memory. And yet only a small group of people can tell you the story of Dorothea of Bulgaria. When asked who the last Bosnian queen was, every Bosnian will surely respond without thinking - Katarina Kosača. However, once asked about the first Bosnian queen, most remain silent. More

Sarajevo Haggadah

Without a doubt, the most valuable piece in the collection of the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina is the Sarajevo Haggadah. More

Top spots for adventurous Summer around Sarajevo

The nature in and around Sarajevo is gorgeous, and many of the attractive locations that are perfect for outdoor activities are a ten- to forty-minute ride from the center of town. More

A guide to Sarajevo's most important attractions

That Sarajevo occupies an area that has long been inhabited is testified to by the many remains left by the Butmir Civilization, Illyrians, Romans, the medieval Slavic state.... And, from the very moment when the Ottoman military leader, Isa Bey Ishaković, laid Sarajevo's foundations around 1460, the town continued to grow, absorbing and ultimately reflecting the various influences it has been subjected to over the centuries. More

A guide to Sarajevo's museums

There are more than 20 museums in Sarajevo whose exhibits explore the interesting history of Sarajevo and the rich cultures of the people who live here. The remains of the Butmir civilization, as well as the traces of the Illyrians, Romans and Slavs..., all testify to the long history of earlier settlements in this area. More

Vječna Vatra (Eternal Flame)

Vječna Vatra is a memorial to those who liberated Sarajevo during World War II and was first unveiled dur... More

Baščaršija Mosque

Havadža Durak Mosque, better known as Baščaršija Mosque, is located on the main square of S... More

The Old Orthodox Church

The Old Orthodox Church in Sarajevo, which is dedicated to Archangels Michael and Gabriel, is one of Sara... More

Emperor's Mosque

The Emperor’s Mosque is Sarajevo’s oldest mosque and one of the oldest in Bosnia and Herzegov... More

Yellow Fortress

The Yellow Fortress is one of the fortifications that made up the defensive wall of the old town, Vratnik... More

The Franciscan Church and Monastery of St. Anthony of Padua

When the original Church of St. Anthony was built in 1882, it was the only Catholic church in Sarajevo an... More

Sarajevo Roses

Sarajevo Roses pay a unique tribute to the Siege of Sarajevo and those who were killed during one of the... More

The Cathedral of Jesus’ Sacred Heart

The Cathedral of Jesus’ Sacred Heart was built in 1889 in the Neo-Gothic style and is the seat of t... More

White Fortress

The White Fortress, which is situated atop a hill that offers a fantastic view of Sarajevo and its surrou... More

Gazi Husrev Bey’s Library Museum

The Gazi Husrev Bey Library museum collection contains more than 1,200 items which are divided into five&... More

War Childhood Museum

The collection at the War Childhood Museum is comprised of items that tell interesting and touching... More

Gazi Husrev Bey Museum

Gazi Husrev Bey’s Museum is dedicated to Gazi Husrev Bey (1480-1541) – the Governor of Bosnia... More

Gallery 11/07/95

Gallery 11/07/95 is a memorial gallery whose aim is to preserve the memory of the Srebrenica tragedy and... More

Alija Izetbegović Museum

This museum is dedicated to Alija Izetbegović, the first president of an independent Bosnia and Herzegovi... More

Historical Museum of BiH

The Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina was founded soon after the end of the Second World War, o... More

Tunnel of Hope

From July 1993 until the end of the Siege in late February 1996, the Sarajevo War Tunnel was the only con... More

Jewish Museum of BiH

The Jewish Museum of BiH is an annex of the Museum of Sarajevo and is housed in the Old Jewish Temple, wh... More

Svrzo's House

Svrzo's House represents one of the most well-preserved examples of domestic architecture from the Ottoma... More

Vidikovac

Vidikovac is a vantage point on Mount Trebević which probably offers the best view of Sarajevo, espe... More

Zmajevac

Zmajevac is located in the old part of town, above the neighborhood of Vratnik, and is considered one of... More

Forest Park Hum

Hum Forest Park is located to the southwest of the center of Sarajevo, just above the neighborhood of Pof... More

Avaz Twist Tower

Avaz Twist Tower is the tallest building in Sarajevo and offers a fantastic view of the city. More

Čavljak

Čavljak is considered a very popular outing destination among Sarajevans. It is only ten kilometers from... More

Umoljani

The village of Umoljani, on Mount Bjelašnica, is about an hour’s drive from Sarajevo. More

Veliko Polje

Veliko Polje on Mt. Igman is a favorite picnic spot for Sarajevans, in winter and throughout th... More

Bjelašnica

The beauty of Mt. Bjelašnica, which is only 35 km from the center of Sarajevo, can be enjoyed thro... More

Bijambare

The Bijambare protected area covers 497 hectares within the Sarajevo municipality of Ilijaš (about... More

Bukovik

At 1,532 meters above sea level, Bukovik is the highest peak of the mountain, Sarajevo's Ozren, which lie... More

Poljice

Poljice Plateau is the first place visitors encounter when they come to Jahorina Olympic Center. Poljice... More

Skakavac

The natural monument Skakavac takes in the area around Skakavac Waterfall, which is approximately 13 kilo... More

Lukomir

Lukomir – the last true Bosnian village – is about 50 kilometers from Sarajevo. The village i... More