Bosnia & Herzegovina isn’t the most popular destination in the Balkans. Visitors prefer to head to Croatia and even if they cross to Bosnia, they end they journey in Mostar or the capital city of Sarajevo. It’s too bad, as the country has a lot of history and therefore a lot to offer.

Multicultural Architecture

The multiculturalism and mutual religious tolerance between Eastern and Western cultures was often, before the fall of Yugoslavia, used as an example to other European cities. You can see it clearly on the main street Ferhadija. One moment you are surrounded by central European architecture similar to that of Prague and in 10 minutes you might end up walking into a miniature Istanbul.

There are mosques next to Orthodox churches, a synagogue, and a Catholic church around the corner. It really impresses visitors and was definitely an interesting experience for me.

What to Do in Sarajevo?

Eat Cevapi

I often start with food, so let me introduce you to some Bosnian delicacies. The old town of Sarajevo, known as Bascarsija, has the best cevapi to offer. Cevapi is a typical Bosnian dish made out of minced meat with onions and it’s usually served in pita bread with a lot of cream. If you don’t like cevapi or are vegetarian, you should get some ‘burek’. It’s a pie made out of thin layered dough with cheese, spinach, or potatoes inside.

Buy Art

Sarajevo has beautiful pop art in town. Look for Articoolisan Modern Art Shop.