Visiting Bosnia from Dubrovnik
Written by Viator, September 2012
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Mostar
The most popular Bosnian destination from Croatia (whether for a day or a week) is the city of Mostar. This UNESCO World Heritage site delivers a blend of eastern and western cultures thanks to its ties to the Turks, and also offers visitors a unique look at the consequences of the Bosnian War of the 1990s on the region. While the city is still recovering from Bosnia's revolution, this fact only helps add to the Old Town's intrigue and character.
The most famous attraction by far in Mostar is the city's Old Bridge (Stari Most), which curves over the River Neretva. Chances are, if you've seen a photo of Mostar, you've seen a photo of this bridge. Built in 1566 by the Ottomans, Stari Most was the first single span stone bridge ever built, and is how the city got its name. It was destroyed in the war, but has since been reconstructed to its former glory.
Aside from the bridge, Mostar also boasts a lively Old Town, a colorful Old Bazaar, and various mosques and churches.
Medjugorje
If you want to add another city to your itinerary, Medjugorje is also accessible from Dubrovnik. About half an hour southwest of Mostar, Medjugorje has been popular for the last 3 decades because of reports of apparitions of the Virgin Mary to a handful of locals over the years.
Today, the city is a popular place for Christian pilgrims to visit in Bosnia & Herzegovina, and is now said to be one of the most religious places in Europe.
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Reply by Viator, May 2013
Doing what: Small-Group Bosnia and Herzegovina Day Trip from Dubrovnik including Medjugorje and Mostar
What a fantastic trip to Mostar! Both the Croatian and local Bosnian tour guides were very helpful and provided an interesting and highly enjoyable local insight into both countries.
recommend if you: love stunning scenery, culture and once in a lifetime adventures.
Not recommended if: N/A
Reply by Viator, May 2013
Doing what: Small-Group Bosnia and Herzegovina Day Trip from Dubrovnik including Medjugorje and Mostar
A good exposure to Bosnia. We saw a mosque, the town and a church. A balance of the 2 religions. The country is rebuilt, but one can still get a good sense of the war. It was a long day, as traffic delayed our trip out of the city by an hour.
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Small-Group Bosnia and Herzegovina Day Trip from Dubrovnik including Medjugorje and Mostar
It was perfect. The guide was very nece and willing to make us happy.
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