Sarajevo, the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a captivating mixture of history, culture, and resilience. Situated within a valley surrounded by the Dinaric Alps, this multicultural metropolis has been shaped by centuries of diverse influences, creating a rich tapestry of architectural icons, multicultural traditions, and stirring reminders of its tumultuous past.
Reaching back to ancient times, Sarajevo’s strategic location at the crossroads of East and West has made it a melting pot of many ancient civilizations. From the Ottoman Empire to the Austro-Hungarian rule, and later being part of the Yugoslavian era, each epoch has imprinted its presence on the city’s landscape and identity.