A Journey Through History in Sarajevo

#postandearn Visiting Sarajevo was a deeply moving and eye-opening experience. Nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains, the city offers a fascinating blend of East and West — where mosques, churches, and synagogues stand just streets apart, and where the echoes of history are present on every corner. I began my visit in Baščaršija, the old Ottoman bazaar, where narrow stone streets are filled with the sounds of clinking copper, the smell of fresh burek, and the call to prayer from nearby minarets. Sipping traditional Bosnian coffee in a small café felt like stepping into another time — slow, rich, and full of atmosphere. Walking across the Latin Bridge, I paused at the spot where the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand took place in 1914 — a moment that changed world history. Nearby museums helped bring that complex story to life. But Sarajevo’s more recent history was just as powerful. I visited the Tunnel of Hope, built during the siege in the 1990s, and heard stories of survival, resilience, and strength that stayed with me long after I left. In the evening, I watched the sun set over the city from the Yellow Fortress, where a panoramic view revealed the true beauty of Sarajevo — a city that has endured, rebuilt, and never lost its spirit. Sarajevo touched me in a way few cities have. It’s not just a place you visit, but one you remember. #travel #thingstodo #bosnia