Things to do in Bosnia

Bosnia is a beautiful country with quite a dramatic geography, rich history and incredibly friendly people. One of the best ways to explore and experience Bosnia is by road tripping. Here is our suggested road trip plan you could try during your Bosnia vacation package.

• Spend some time photographing Stari Most, the epic bridge of Mostar.
• Visit the historical museum of Sarajevo for testimonies about the genocide.
• Stop in Ilidza to see its ‘Big Alley’, on your way from Sarajevo to Konjic.
• Check out Lake Jablanica and admire its perfectly blue, crystal clear water.
• Discover the breathtaking Konjic and its mountainous and heavily wooded area.
• Drive to the Hum Mountain, the highest point of Mostar and experience the magical sunrise.
• Get a feel of Bosnian nightlife in one of the rooftop bars of Sarajevo, while enjoying a great view of the city.
• Take the long road from Konjic to Mostar, driving by the amazing Lake Rama.
• Drive from Lake Rama towards Tomislavgrad and enjoy the green hills and views on the way.
• Stop by the Historic Museum in Sarajevo and learn about the history of former Yugoslavia.
• Enjoy some “zilavka”, a rousingly fresh local wine available in and around Mostar.

Places to visit in Bosnia

Without further ado, here is our list of top 10 places to visit in Bosnia and Herzegovina to make your Bosnia holiday package all the more interesting.

• Sarajevo - The capital has so many interesting and important spots that can hardly be covered in a day.
• Jahorina – One of the many marvelous mountains of Bosnia, where the 1984 Winter Olympics were held. Apt for hiking and skiing.
• Banja Luka - A gorgeous green city famous for its tree-lined avenues, boulevards, gardens, and parks.
• Jajce - A small city set on the confluence of rivers Pliva and Vrbas. The Jajce Fortress is a remain from the medieval times.
• Una National Park - Experience the astonishing Una waterfalls. You could also taste some great quality brown trout from river Una.
• Mostar - The most visited tourist destination in Bosnia, with plenty of traditional restaurants, mosques and other historic buildings.
• Blidinje Nature Park – A splendid nature reserve set in the heart of the Dinaric Alps.
• Kravica Waterfall – An amazing photogenic waterfall on the Trebižat River. The best time for the visit is in spring.
• Perućica – A must-see destination for true nature lovers, Perućica is a primeval forest set on the Maglić Mountain.
• Trebinje – Set on the tranquil Trebišnjica River, about an hour away from Dubrovnik in Croatia and Herceg Novi in Montenegro.

Food in Bosnia

Bosnian cuisine makes use of a lot of spices in measured quantities and the first thing that strikes you is the richness of its flavors. Most of the dishes are light on the stomach too. Interestingly, Bosnian restaurants serve only a few Bosnian specialties. What Bosnians eat in their homes is quite different from what they eat while dining out. So, if you are particular about tasting authentic Bosnian food, you need to visit someone at their home. Otherwise, here are three fine restaurants you may check out while setting off with your Bosnia tour.

• Park Prinčeva, Sarajevo - Situated at a prime location with the best views of Sarajevo, Park Prinčeva is a gourmet restaurant with Italian influence. The terrace is the perfect place to take in the views of the city and enjoy the sunset.
• Bosanska Kuca, Sarajevo – This one is located In the Turkish neighborhood of the city. Perfect to try some typical Bosnian specialties. Bosanska Kuca serves fresh fish and seafood imported daily from Dubrovnik.
• Sadrvan, Mostar - This restaurant is one of the finest by the bridge. You may either eat inside or on the terrace. Great service and courteous staff. The dishes are of the region and easy on the pockets too.

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