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Country in Europe

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina belongs to Europe. The capital city is Sarajevo.

CapitalSarajevo
LanguageBosnian, Croatian
CurrencyBosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark
Population3.4M

Key Facts

RegionSoutheast Europe
GovernmentFederal parliamentary republic
Independence1992
Area51,197 km2
Population density69/km2
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Calling code+387
Drives onRight

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HDI
0.780
Safety index
59.0
Internet access
75%
Life expectancy
77.2

Sources: World Bank, Numbeo, UN.

Top 3 Highest Mountains

Maglic2,386 m
Volujak2,336 m
Zelengora2,014 m

Religion (est.)

  • Islam51%
  • Christianity46%
  • No religion3%
  • Other<1%

Why Visit

Stari Most MostarUNESCO bridge symbolising reconciliation spanning the Neretva river.
Sarajevo HistoryThe city that sparked WWI, with Ottoman bazaar, Austro-Hungarian avenues and siege memorials.
Una RiverCrystal-clear rapids and waterfalls in a pristine national park.
Kravice WaterfallsA Niagara-like cascade in a green canyon, perfect for swimming.
Bosnian CoffeeThick, slow-brewed coffee served in a džezva — a ritual of hospitality.

Top 3 Cities by Population

Sarajevo
275k
Banja Luka
193k
Tuzla
110k

Climate Overview

-1CJan avg.
23CJul avg.
1,000 mmYearly rainfall
Continental / Mediterranean influenceClimate

Other Quick Info

CurrencyBosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark
Official languageBosnian, Croatian
National day25 November
Electricity230V, Type C/F