Velagićevina, located in Blagaj near Mostar, is a prime example of the integration of water into residential architecture within Islamic culture.
This historic complex, built in 1776 by the Velagić family, is situated about 200 meters downstream from the Buna River’s source and was declared a national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2004.
The Velagićevina complex, comprising residential buildings, a guesthouse (musafirhana), stables (ahar), mills, and fulling mills (stupe), is surrounded by a natural setting, including a section of the Buna River.
The homes, oriented towards a central courtyard and harmoniously integrated with the environment, are enclosed by a stone wall, providing privacy and a sense of seclusion.
Highlights include the musafirhana, where travelers once found free lodging and meals, and the mills powered by the river, which still evoke the heritage of this culturally rich site.
Velagićevina remains a significant example of high residential culture and sensitivity to nature, characteristic of the Herzegovina region.
