Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo Bobsleigh Track

The first day in Sarajevo we decided to go to the bobsleigh track which was built for the 1984 Winter Olympics. I would advise you to choose a day when the weather is good for this trip. You will have to walk a lot and the photos are much better when it is sunny. The bobsled track is built on Trebevich Mountain and repeats all the bends of the mountain. The government has spent an…

History of Sarajevo: A Short Introduction

Sarajevo is one of those cities people are not aware of for some reason. What is the history of Sarajevo, what do people believe in, and where is Sarajevo located? In this article I will try to give a brief history of this city and why you should visit this city. Brief History Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. And it is known for its two counterparts: 1. The assassination of Franz-Ferdinand…

5 European Countries To Visit On A Small Budget 

There are a lot of places in the world that you can travel to, have a great time, and not spend your whole fortune. And although Europe is considered to be quite an expensive place to travel (it’s true if we talk about Iceland, Norway, GB, and a few others), there are a few European countries that are great to visit on a small budget. 5 European Countries To Visit On A Small Budget…

Underrated Europe Cities You Need To Visit

The whole of Europe is basically an open air museum. Every part in it has a long history, beautiful architecture, and interesting cultures. There are some parts/cities like London or Paris or Vienna that have been visited by many people and there some other cities that have a lot to offer but for some reason they are overlooked by most tourists. This makes this list of underrated Europe cities you need to visit all…

A Guide To Bosnian Coffee

Bosnian Coffee is one of the most important things of note when talking about the identity of Bosnia and Herzegovina. While many people will just call it Turkish coffee, this would be a mistake. Other than being poured from a similar vessel, the preparation and serving of Bosnian coffee is completely Bosnian. I have a preference for my Moka pot, but I will definitely admit it is not as pretty of a coffee maker…

6 Things To Do In Mostar

Table Of Contents Visit the Old bridge Climb up the minaret of the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque Have a Bosnian coffee Have  lunch at the Tima-Irma restaurant Walk through the Old Bazaar Crooked bridge 1. Visit the Old Bridge One of the main attractions of Mostar is the Old Bridge. Built during the Ottoman Empire it has the shape of a crescent moon. The bridge adorned the city until the Croatian-Bosnian War…

Top Ten Things To Do In Sarajevo

Unknown Europe starts from Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. I am sure that everyone, including myself, dreamed of traveling and the first thing that came to mind was romantic Paris, ancient Rome or sunny Greece, and no one was interested in what was further east. Another reason why Bosnia and Herzegovina is not on everyone’s bucket list is the military conflict between this country and Serbia, which took place during 1992-1995…

How To Get To Mostar

After spending a week in Sarajevo, we decided to visit one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Herzegovina – Mostar. If you want to know how Mostar looks from above click here and it will take you to my drone video! Or go to my drone page to see drone videos from many cities I’ve been to. An Introduction To Mostar Mostar By Train Mostar By Bus An Introduction To Mostar…

Where To Buy Souvenirs In Sarajevo

If you come to Sarajevo for a few days for the first time then you will definitely want to bring souvenirs home. The question is: what to buy? What is so special about this place that you should pack it in your suitcase and bring it home. Refrigerator magnets, key chains, or postcards? Although I confess that I buy a postcard from every city I have visited, it is not the best souvenir from this…

Sarajevo Tunnel Of Hope

If you came to Sarajevo for a few days and it started to rain, don’t be upset, just visit the Military Tunnel of Hope. Rainy weather will create a special atmosphere for this place. We happened to go on a rainy day, as walking around the city was not going to be too nice. This tunnel is a good choice since it is of course underground. Table Of Contents 1. Visiting The Tunnel 2…