10 things you need to experience in Bosnia and Herzegovina by the end of 2024

07.10.23
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If you are planning on visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina for the first time, or just wish to get to know this magical country even better, then you must read until the end.  Sadly many disregard this country as a travel destination, especially in the summer months as the competition in the neighborhood is tight, but the truth is, it can offer more than you think, no matter the time of the year.

 

Known for its unique culture, food, and history, Bosnia and Herzegovina, should be on your list of places to visit at least once in your life. From north to south, and east to west, it brings together nature, adventure, and peace.

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We wrote about many places you can check out in this beautiful country, and that’s why we decided to create a list of 10 things/places we recommend for you to experience in Bosnia and Herzegovina by the end of 2024!

 

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Mostar, Photo Adria.fun

 

So here is what we recommend!

 

POCITELJ CITADEL

Počitelj Citadel is a centuries-old fort, located only a few minutes away from Čapljina, guarding a narrow passage next to the Neretva River on the way from the sea to the interior. It has been declared a national monument and included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. You can find out more about it here.

 

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Citadel and Clock tower, Photo: Adria.fun

 

Kravica Waterfall

Even Bosnia and Herzegovina has its “Plitvice Waterfalls” under the name of Kravica and it is as magical as it can be! Kravica waterfalls are located in Studenci, a place near Ljubuški, about 40 km from Mostar, that is, 3 km downstream from Vitaljina. It is open all year round, but besides in summer, it looks even more impressive in winter. You can read more about it here.

 

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Kravica Waterfall,Photo: Jeswin Thomas / Pexels

 

Vrelo Bosne

Bosnia and Herzegovina is definitely one of those countries abundant in captivating destinations perfect for weekend getaways, appealing to tourists and locals, and one such place is definitely Vrelo Bosne. Besides being the spring of the river Bosna is also a public park. Which you can investigate here.

 

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Vrelo Bosne, Photo: Raphael Schön, , CC BY 2.02.0, Wikimedia

 

Rafting in Banja Luka – Bijeli potok

As rafting became one of the most popular activities in the world, so it did in Bosnia and Herzegovina as well. You can experience it in Banja Luka, the largest city of Republika Srpska, and challenge yourself with a dose of adrenaline on the Vrbas River. To find out how click here.

 

 

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Bijeli potok, Photo: Ana Timarac, Adria.fun

 

Hajducka Vrata – Outlaws Door

If you are looking to find the most beautiful viewpoint in the whole of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and you still haven’t heard of Hajdučka Vrata ( also known as Outlaws Door) then you have yet to see its magic. Located at 2,000 meters above sea level, Hajdučka Vrata is a natural phenomenon at the Čvrsnica mountain within Blidinje Nature Park. You can find out more about it here.

 

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Hajdučka vrata, Photo: Antonio Tose, Pexels

 

Mehmed Pasa SokolovIc Bridge

Listed on the UNESCO Cultural Heritage list, a bridge connecting Višegrad over the Drina River is one of the most monumental pieces of architecture left from the times of the Ottoman Empire. The bridge is called Mehmed Paša Sokolović and this is its story.

 

Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge, Photo: Lazar Krstić

 

Skiing in Bosnia and Herzegovina

If you are a fan of winter adventures then you must visit one of the top 5 skiing resorts in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Places like Kupres, Ravna Planina, Jahorina, and others, will definitely warm up your heart even in the coldest days. To find out more about all the resorts and their advantages, check out the article here.

 

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Ski centar Babanovac, Vlašić, Photo: Evron, Dreamstime.com

 

Ethno village and museum of Ljubacka Dolina

One thing that definitely impressed the whole Adria team on our adventure through Bosnia and Herzegovina, is the Ethno village and museum in Ljubacka Dolina. It was set up as an open-air museum to show the life of a cooperative from this area, its traditional architecture, material culture, and furniture from the end of the 19th and the first half of the 20th century. It’s definitely a place to stop if you are heading from Banja Luka towards Knezevo and Travnik.  You can find out more about it here.

 

Ljubacka dolina ethno village and museum, Photo: Adria.fun

 

Livno wild horses

If you love animals then add to that a pinch of adventure and you will find yourself surrounded by the beautiful nature of Krug plateau and real wild horses. A safari adventure with Livno wild horses and a picnic sounds like the scenery from Wild West movies. Find out where to find them here.

 

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Wild horses, Livno, Photo: Vladimir Vujeva, Unsplash

 

Mountain Eyes of Zelengora

Decorated with coniferous forests, gorgeous glacial lakes, and spacious mountain pastures, Mount Zelengora rightfully holds the title of the most beautiful and tame mountain of the Dinarid. But what makes Zelengora special are its “mountain eyes” – pure glacial lakes located at the foot of its peaks, between 1,380 and 1,650 meters above sea level. On how to find them within National Park Sutjeska,  read more here.

 

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NP Sutjeska, Lake Donje Bare, Photo: Geza Farkas, Dreamstime.com

 

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