Must see Bosnia and Herzegovina
Fast Facts
- Location: On the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe.
- Capital: Sarajevo.
- Currency: Convertible Mark (BAM).
- Language: Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian.
- Best time to Visit: May to September. For skiing, come between December and February.
- Time Zone: UTC+1.
- Calling Code: +387
- Major Airports: Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), Mostar International Airport (OMO), Banja Luka International Airport (BNX) and Tuzla International Airport (TZL).
Never been to Bosnia and Herzegovina? Plan out a trip to this marvelous country with both cultural as well as natural attractions. No matter whether you visit the untouched mountainous terrains with small villages or the city restaurants to savor the spicy barbecue preparation and enjoy a drink or two, the must see places in Bosnia and Herzegovina are evermore charming with multiple tourism options. Almost a land-locked country that comprises only a small part of the Adriatic Sea coastline, it is surrounded by Serbia to its east, Croatia to the north, west and south and Montenegro to its south. So even if you are looking for coastal charm or planning to travel to the neighboring countries, Bosnia and Herzegovina is a brilliant place to tarry amidst beautiful nature. The the must see places in Bosnia and Herzegovina are eye-candy for travelers, owing to its vast natural resources and exciting scope for exploration and expedition.
Holding a major importance among tourists are the villages in the country that portray the quint-essential Bosnia and Herzegovina flavor. You can first visit the Pocitel Ottoman Village, a Turkish village on the Sarajevo-Moster road. The Hajji Ajja mosque, a must see Bosnia and Herzegovina, is what you should never miss while traversing this village. This mosque is actually testimony of the Croatian attacks on the village. Don't forget to view the art works, which actually makes it a World Heritage Site. The village itself is known as the artist's village. Delving further deep into the sightseeings of the country, you can even plan a short stay at the placid environment of the Islamic Village. The village overtly welcomes you to a typical Islamic culture with a beautiful mosque which is worth visiting. The fantastic hills with dense wilderness forms the backdrop of the village, making the scene further dramatic. Other than the villages, the country is also home to various lakes as well. The Pilva Lake, which is just a few miles from Jajce is a nice place to have a relaxing holiday.
Serjevo, the capital city is an interesting must see Bosnia and Herzegovina tourist spot, owing to the multiple scopes for entertainment and sightseeings. First you can visit the Bazar of Sarajevo to avail the best piece of art and craft works of the country. What makes this bazar distinctive is that here you can even play Backgammon while enjoying coffee. Enjoy free smoking from the Serjevo Tobacco Factory. So if you are planning to quit smoking, don't, when you are at Serjevo. Home to the famous spot where the great Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated during the start of the World War I, the city has come up as a major must see place in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Though the country is not dotted with plush cities with buoyant lifestyle, yet you can indeed find a couple of small but beautiful towns all around the country. The Old Town of Pociteji is a place you have always fancied to visit. Medugorge, a catholic pilgrimage town, has the finest cathedral of the country and is the 2nd most visited place in the world. You can even go road tripping from Sarajevo to Moster and enjoy the beautiful sceneries on the way. The Moster town itself is a lively market town. If your heart is still not tired of the toil, pay a visit to the vacuous coastal area at Nuem.
Finally, before ending your trip, make sure you take some time for yourself to relax, think and cherish the beauty of the country.
Weather
Bosnia and Herzegovina has moderate continental climate with hot summers and cold & snowy winters. One would find Mediterranean climate in smaller Herzegovina at the southern tip of the country.
Transportation
Air: There are several airports in Bosnia and Herzegovina that include Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ), Mostar International Airport (OMO), Banja Luka International Airport (BNX) and Tuzla International Airport (TZL). Flights are available from these airports to a number of different destinations like Cologne, Istanbul, Skopje, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Munich, Frankfurt, Zurich and Paris.
Train: The train services in Bosnia and Herzegovina are not the best of its kinds, but are improving day by day. However, one can find train services to Zagreb, Budapest, Osijek, Banja Luka and Belgrade.
Bus: Bus services are quite good and easily available. You can reach various destinations within the country and also outside by bus. Buses are available to the destinations like Zagreb, Split, Rijeka, Pula, Dubrovnik, Ljubljana, Kotor, and Belgrade.
List of must see places in Bosnia and Herzegovina:
- Pocitel Ottoman Village
- Moster
- Sarajevo
- Islamic Village
- Pilva Lake
- Jajce
- The Old Town of Pociteji
- Medugorge
- Nuem Beach
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