Mostar

Mostar is the administrative centre of Herzegovina and its largest town, set astride the emerald waters of the Neretva River. Benefiting from a mild climate and long, sun-filled summers, it is a place that feels both relaxed and historically layered. The town’s character has been shaped by centuries of differing influences, and this is evident immediately: within a short walk you encounter Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian and more modern architecture standing side by side.

The historic Old Town dates from the 16th century and remains the heart of Mostar. Cobbled lanes lead towards the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), originally built in 1566 and meticulously reconstructed in 2004 after its destruction during the conflict of the 1990s. The bridge and surrounding quarter are now a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site and provide a powerful symbol of the town’s resilience. Nearby, mosques, churches and the site of the synagogue sit within close proximity, reflecting the long-standing coexistence of cultures and faiths.

Mostar itself remains a rewarding place to linger. Cafés line the riverbanks, local markets reflect daily life, and evenings are best spent strolling the Old Town as the stonework softens in the evening light. It is a town that invites reflection, offering both beauty and depth to those who take the time to explore it properly.

Beyond its historical core, Mostar is also an excellent base for exploring the wider region of Herzegovina. The town lies less than an hour from the Adriatic coast and just over two hours from Sarajevo, making it an important crossroads. Visitors often combine a stay here with trips to nearby Blagaj, where the Buna River emerges dramatically beneath a towering cliff beside the historic Dervish House, or to the fortified village of Počitelj, whose stone houses and defensive walls rise steeply above the Neretva Valley.

Further afield, the landscape opens into vineyards, karst plains and river canyons. Stolac offers archaeological remains spanning millennia, while Medjugorje continues to attract pilgrims from around the world. The Herzegovinian countryside is also known for its wine production, particularly around Čitluk, where family-run vineyards maintain long-established traditions.

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