Sarajevo is called the "Jerusalem of Europe". This nickname he won because of the diversity of religions, which are confessed here. Therefore Sarajevo is rich in interesting temples - mosques, churches and churches. But the palette of attractions in the city goes beyond the imagination of tourists. Sarajevo pleases guests with amazing natural objects, historical and cultural heritage, as well as places where the old national traditions are still preserved.
A lot of attractions can be seen by choosing short trips or staying in Sarajevo for only two days. By the way, the question "What to see in Sarajevo?" You will not arise, because at every step you will be waiting for interesting objects.
Romeo and Juliet Bridge - Romantic Sarajevo
In the center of the city there is the Vrbanja bridge, the second name of which is Suada and Olga. But it is known among tourists as the bridge of Romeo and Juliet. We are talking about real heroes, almost our contemporaries. In May 1993, a pair of Bosnian Admira Ismic and Serb Bosko Brkic was shot on the Vrbanja Bridge. They wanted to leave the city after the siege, but perished. The couple, whose love has not been prevented by ethnic differences, has become a legend and a symbol of the suffering of people, from one side of the conflict. Today, the Romeo and Juliet Bridge is a favorite place for lovers who lay flowers or just stand near a plaque with the inscription: "A drop of my blood fell and Bosnia did not dry up." But strangely enough, it is devoted to a slightly different event, because of which the bridge received its second official name. In April 1992, during a peaceful demonstration, the soldiers killed Suada Dilberovich and Olga Susich. All the tragic events on the bridge are connected with the military actions in Sarajevo, so the locals do not separate them from each other and coming to the bridge remember the tragic war at the end of the last century.
Museums of Sarajevo
Sarajevo is rich in museums. At fifty meters from each other are the two most important museums of the capital - the Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the National Museum . The first is full of interesting exhibits, which tell about the Bosnian war. The museum itself is located in a building built during socialism. Small rooms store in themselves not too many items that tell about that period and some tourists even lament about it. But the memories of local residents are still fresh memories, so there is no need for trifles.
The National Museum stores the most valuable exhibits of the country - artifacts obtained during excavations, art objects, household items of different times and much more.
The most amazing museum is the Svrzo House Museum , which was built during the Ottoman period. Its value is that it is original, it has not been rebuilt or recreated. In this building everything is interesting - from how it is built and its internal state. The house is divided into two parts - for men and women. This confirms that the family structure of that time was patriarchal. The interior inside the house gives a full view of visitors about how rich Muslims lived a fairly long period from the XVIII to the XIX century.
In the courtyard of the museum Svrzo there is a fountain and a garden that were built simultaneously with the house, so they also represent a huge value.
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Temples and cathedrals
The main architectural landmark of Federal Sarajevo is the Cathedral of the Holy Heart of Jesus . It was erected in 1889 by an Italian architect. The style of the temple was chosen neogothic with elements of Romanesque culture. Noteworthy was the Cathedral of Notre Dame. It was he who inspired the architect Josip Vance to create the Cathedral. The building of the temple is a symbol of the city, therefore it is depicted on the flag.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in which Catholics, Orthodox and Muslims live peacefully next door. Therefore, in Sarajevo is located just a few of the largest temples, professed by the population of religions. So, in Sarajevo there is a temple with the majestic name of the Emperor's Mosque . This is one of the most beautiful buildings in the region. A huge complex whose main decoration is frescoes, modeling and mosaics. Another feature of the mosque that makes it unique is the cemetery, where the most important personalities of the times of the Ottoman Empire are buried.
The most famous Orthodox church in Sarajevo is the Cathedral Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin . It was built in the 60s of the XIX century. The temple has a huge value - it's icons brought from Russia in 1873 by the archimandrite.
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The Neretva River
The main pride of Sarajevo, given by nature is the Neretva River , which divides the city into two halves. A stream of very clean and cold water flows in a narrow and deep gorge. The city lined up on both sides of the river and it's not sparse. The narrow stream quickly turns into a wide valley, which has long been famous for its fertility. But in the world history the river was marked by a very different - tragic facts. In 1943, there was a "Battle on the Neretva." This legendary event became a story for the most budgetary Yugoslav film.
The historical center of Sarajevo
The heart of Sarajevo is the historical center, which is an ancient part of the city. It was rebuilt during the period of the Ottoman Empire. The uniqueness of this place is primarily in architecture, which absorbed the eastern and western features. Part of the buildings were created thanks to the intervention of Austria-Hungary. In the heart of the historic part of the city is a fountain, as well as Pigeon Square , which is always full of birds. Surprisingly, centuries later life on the old streets did not change its direction. Artisans still work in their small workshops, creating unique products.
You can walk around the city on your own or with a guide, in any case, a walk through the paved streets of the Ottoman times is always fascinating.
Sarajevo Zoo
The Sarajevo Zoo has an amazing history, among similar ones. It was discovered in the middle of the last century and several years later it contained 150 species of animals. Eight and a half hectares were inhabited by various animals, the zoo was very popular in Europe. But the war that began just over twenty years ago destroyed this amazing place. Animals could not survive the famine and shelling. Completely emptied Sarajevo Zoo in 1995, when the last animal died - a bear. In 1999, it began to be restored, in the beginning, construction was carried out, and when they ended in cages, pets began to appear. Today the zoo has about 40 species of animals, but the administration does not stop there and is preparing to open a huge terrarium for 1000 square meters. m. Here there will live "big cats" - lions, tigers, cougars, etc.
