Mostar
Bosnia and Herzegovina
The city of Mostar is the most important city in the Herzegovinan region as it is considered its cultural and economic capital. There, you will be greeted by a local English-speaking guide that will take you on an hour-long tour of the city. You will have the opportunity to hear about its rich history, see the Old Bridge (which is on the UNESCO protected cultural heritage list along with the old town since 2005) from the 16th century. The architecture here presents a symbol of tolerance: a shared life between Muslims, Christians and Jews. The bridge combines the two religiously divided sides of the town, Christian and Muslim. After the tour, you will have approx. 2 hours of free time. Lose yourself in the famous bazaar and see the oriental culture heritage first hand, get some souvenirs, and make some great memories.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Mostar, the jewel of southern Bosnia and Herzegovina and a place often referred to as the 'City of Light.' As you stand in this historic settlement, you are entering a space where the air is bright with the reflection…
Listen in the app2Stari Most — The Iconic Old Bridge
We stand now before the Stari Most, the Old Bridge, an architectural and engineering marvel that has served as the defining symbol of Mostar since its completion in 1566. Designed by the Ottoman architect Mimar Hayruddin, a…
Listen in the app3Kujundziluk — The Old Bazaar
Stretching out from the bridge is the Kujundziluk, the Old Bazaar, one of the most picturesque and authentic market areas in the Balkans. Walking through these narrow streets is a journey into the city's commercial past. …
Listen in the app4Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque
A short walk from the bazaar brings us to the Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, completed in 1618. This is a prime example of classical Ottoman architecture and one of the most significant religious structures in the city. …
Listen in the app5Kriva Cuprija — The Crooked Bridge
Tucked away in a more tranquil part of the Old Town is the Kriva Cuprija, or the Crooked Bridge. While the Stari Most receives the majority of the world's attention, this smaller stone bridge is a fascinating piece of the city's…
Listen in the app6Remnants of Conflict and Remembrance
To truly understand Mostar, one must confront the shadows of its recent past. Our path now leads to the Sniper Tower, a prominent building just outside the Old Town that serves as a haunting memorial to the Bosnian War. …
Listen in the app7Fortica Park — The Panoramic Vantage
Our final section takes us out of the dense stone streets and up to the heights of Fortica Park. Located on a 500-meter-tall hill overlooking the city, this park offers the most spectacular panoramic views in the region. …
Listen in the app8Closing
Our journey through Mostar has come to its conclusion, but the impressions of this 'City of Light' will likely linger in your mind for a long time. We have walked the same river-stone streets that have been trodden for centuries,…
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What is Mostar?
Mostar is a place in Bosnia and Herzegovina with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.3437, 17.8082 |
| Last updated |
