UNESCO World Heritage Sites

As of 2021, there are four sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina on the list and a further 10 on the tentative list.

Cultural:

  1. The Old Bridge Area of the Old City of Mostar – This historic bridge and the surrounding area represent a masterpiece of Ottoman-era architecture and engineering.
  2. Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge in Višegrad – This 16th-century bridge is considered to be one of the finest examples of Ottoman architecture and engineering.
  3. Stećci Medieval Tombstones Graveyards – These medieval tombstones are found throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina, and are considered to be some of the most significant and unique cultural artifacts of the region.

Natural:

  1. Janj forest – It is large, dense forest located in the northeastern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, known for its natural beauty and as a habitat for a variety of wildlife.

Necropolis | Stečci | Mramor in Musići near Olovo

Discover the captivating Mramor Necropolis in Musići near Olovo, featuring 80 Stećak Tombstones meticulously arranged with 25 slabs, 8 chests, and 47 ridge stones adorned with intricate designs. Nestled amidst stunning scenery, these monuments reflect the unique heritage of central and eastern Bosnia. Designated a National Monument in 2010 and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016, Mramor Necropolis is a must-visit for history enthusiasts.

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Necropolis | Stečci | Dugo Polje

View this post on Instagram A post shared by lll.ba Bosnia & Herzegovina Travel Guide (@discover_bosnia_herzegovina) Dugo Polje Necropolis, located within the stunning Blidinje Nature Park, is a remarkable archaeological site that showcases the rich historical heritage of the region. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Džino Dženad (@dzenad_dzino) This ancient burial

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Janj forest | Prašuma Janj

The most recent UNESCO World Heritage site added to the list in B&H was the Janj forest, in 2021, as an extension to the site Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe, which is shared among 18 European countries. Janj forest is a large, dense forest located in the

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Medieval Tombstones Graveyards | Stećci

Stećci–Medieval Tombstones Graveyards were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on July 15 2016. This serial property includes a selection of 4000 medieval tombstones (stećci) at 28 sites on the territory of four states: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Republic of Croatia, Montenegro, and Republic of Serbia.  Stećci bear an exceptional testimony to the medieval culture

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Mehmed-pasa Sokolovic Bridge | Most Mehmed-paše Sokolovića | Višegrad

View this post on Instagram A post shared by lll.ba Bosnia & Herzegovina Travel Guide (@discover_bosnia_herzegovina) The Visegrad Bridge is a historic bridge located in the town of Visegrad in eastern Bosnia & Herzegovina. It was built during the Ottoman period in the mid-16th century and spans the Drina River, connecting the two banks of

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Old Bridge | Stari most | Mostar

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Discover Bosnia & Herzegovina @ lll.ba (@discover_bosnia_herzegovina) The Old Bridge of Mostar is a historic landmark and one of the most recognizable symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The bridge spans the Neretva River in the city of Mostar, located in the southern part of the country.

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