Famous Places To Visit in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a European country that is situated on the Balkan Peninsula. The country was a part of Yugoslavia previously but it got independence in 1992. There are many famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which you can visit during your trip to the country. Given below are few such places, where you can visit during your trip to the country.

Sarajevo


Sarajevo is the capital city and is one of the famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This place is most interesting, as it has a lot of historical buildings and Roman architectural buildings. A must see in the city is the old town, the Latin bridge, the City hall, cemeteries, Vrelo Bosne etc.

Bihac


Bihac is another old town in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where you can enjoy a lot of outdoor activities. The main attraction of this place is the Una River. If you love adventure, then you can take part in river rafting or kayaking, i.e. sailing in a small canoe or boat in the river.

Banja Luka


Banja Luka is one of the other famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in the western part of the country. It is the second largest city of the country and it is also the administrative capital. You can enjoy boat rides in this lake and you can also walk leisurely on the shores, enjoying the serene beauty of the place. There are also places of historical interests in Banja Luka that are mentioned below.

  1. Banski Dvor
  2. Kastel
  3. Cathedral of Saint Bonaventure
  4. Gospodska Street
  5. Ferhat Pasha Mosque

Medugorje


This is another city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which comprises villages of Vionica, Surmanci, Bijakovici and Miletina. There are many small places of tourist attractions, in the different villages. This place has one of the biggest prayer centers in the world.

Neum


Famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina is incomplete without visiting beaches. If you want to enjoy your stay near beaches, then Neum is the place for you. It is on the Adriatic Sea and it has a seaside resort, where you can relax and enjoy all modern facilities. All motor traffic passes through a place that is known as Neum corridor. You can enjoy your stay in Neum during winters, which are short and mild and enjoy. You can also enjoy different outdoor activities in the beach.

Doboj


Doboj is one of the towns in Bosnia, which is the pivotal point of the rivers Usora and Bosna. It is one of the famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where you can find a number of mosques and orthodox catholic churches. You can also have a look at the Doboj fortress, St. Nicholas Monastery, etc.

The other famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina that you can visit during your trip to the country are mentioned below.

  1. Mostar
  2. Zenica
  3. Kozara National Park
  4. Fojnica
  5. Igman Ski Resort

Famous places in Bosnia and Herzegovina and when to visit?

As the country experiences both Mediterranean and central European climates, summers are very hot, with cold winters. If you want to enjoy your trip to the country and your stay, then it is advised to visit from May to September. Those who love skiing, they can drop in during December and January, when it is extremely cold and chilly.