 Although
Bosnia and Herzegovina has suffered much from the past
ravages of the Yugoslav war and Turkish dominion, there
are still many sites to visit and appreciate in its
cities, especially Sarajevo its capital.
Bosnia and Herzegovina has a rich cultural heritage with
historical fortresses, monasteries, Catholic shrines and
magnificent ancient mosques. It is also a country
bountiful in rich mountainous landscapes, which offer
beautiful scenery and plenty to explore.
Situated in southeastern Europe the country borders with
Serbia, Montenegro and Croatia with a small strip of
coastline facing the Adriatic Sea, the official
languages being Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian.
While visiting Sarajevo one will notice a strong Turkish
influence in the architecture and colorful bazaars as
well as relics of the past Ottoman Empire. Banja Luka is
another large city, which offers majestic sites
including Orthodox monasteries and fortresses.
Medjugorje is the second most visited Catholic shrine of
the world, where the Virgin Mary appeared to a group of
children, and has been recognized as an official
pilgrimage site by the Vatican.
The Sutjeska National Park is a magnificent site of
untainted beauty, where wildlife and primeval forest
trees still live in a well-balanced ecosystem, being one
of the last remaining primeval forests in Europe.
The climate is a moderate continental one, which can
vary depending on the location, be it mountainous or
near the major rivers that flow through the land.
Usually the summers are very hot and the winters very
cold.
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