10 Reasons to Visit Sarajevo

When to Visit

May

May

May in Sarajevo is beautiful. The nature is dressed up in its glorious spring clothing, so if you are arriving in May you should find the time for a visit to some of the city's surrounding picnic areas. For a shorter nature visit, we recommend Brus on Mount Trebević, and if you want to spend an entire day in the nature, a visit to Bjelašnica's mountain villages is a must. More

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Sarajevo Stories

Stećci - mysterious “stone sleepers”

Stećci - mysterious “stone sleepers”

Stećci, or “stone sleepers,” as they were called by poet Mak Dizdar, are medieval tombstones. They are also a shared cultural heritage for the peoples of BiH, and one of the region’s greatest mysteries. More

  1. Sarajevo is a symbol of pluralism, multi-ethnicity and of minority groups who lived together peacefully for centuries. We all remember the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo. The event was meant to signify pluralism, multiculturalism and living with differences in a peaceful manner. Even the horrific tragedy of the 1990s Balkan wars does not negate this ideal or dream.

    Joel Rosenthal, President of the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs
  2. This is the most beautiful city; sophisticated, complex and multicultural.

    Bono, lead singer of the band U2

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