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Bosnia and Herzegovina

History

Early medieval Bosnia was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Bosnia and Herzegovina deep historical roots.
Banate of Bosnia was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Bosnia and Herzegovina deep historical roots.
The Kingdom of Bosnia emerged, giving the area a defined monarchical state structure.
Ottoman conquest was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Bosnia and Herzegovina deep historical roots.
Austro-Hungarian conquest and occupation, an important milestone in Bosnia and Herzegovina's political development.
Austro-Hungarian annexation was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Bosnia and Herzegovina deep historical roots.
Absorbed into the Kingdom of Yugoslavia became a major monarchical phase in Bosnia and Herzegovina's political history.
ZAVNOBiH was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Bosnia and Herzegovina deep historical roots.
CapitalSarajevo
Population3.4M
Area51,197 km2
CurrencyBosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark

Short facts

RegionSoutheast Europe
LanguageBosnian, Croatian
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Drives onRight

Worth seeing

  • Stari Most Mostar: UNESCO bridge symbolising reconciliation spanning the Neretva river.
  • Sarajevo History: The city that sparked WWI, with Ottoman bazaar, Austro-Hungarian avenues and siege memorials.
  • Una River: Crystal-clear rapids and waterfalls in a pristine national park.
CityOpen SarajevoBrowseMore locationsTopicsTravel interests

Planning questions

What is Bosnia and Herzegovina known for?Stari Most Mostar, Sarajevo History, Una River.
What is the capital?Sarajevo.
Which language is useful?Bosnian, Croatian.
When is the national day?25 November.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.

Upcoming events

Bosnia and Herzegovina Statehood Day thumbnailBosnia and Herzegovina Statehood Day25 Nov 2026 ยท Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Food & drink

Cevapi thumbnailCevapiSignature dishBosnian Coffee thumbnailBosnian coffeeLocal drink

Known for

Stari Most MostarSarajevo HistoryOttoman bazaarsiege memorials.Una RiverCrystal-clear rapids
Categories Topics thumbnailNature & placesLandscapes, routes, coastlines and outdoor context.Bosnia and Herzegovina thumbnailNational daysPublic holidays, identity dates and civic celebrations.