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December 18, 2017
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Travelling Bosnia

This is the last and final part of my series about traveling to Bosnia and Hercegovina in the heart of the Balkans. It is an exciting and still conflicted country; the remnants of the wars can still be seen, and Bosnia remains divided. At the same time, it is a beautiful country with stunning nature and a rich history full of helpful and friendly people. And it is (for now) a relatively cheap travel destination, very much recommendable to backpackers. The pictures below were shot in Mostar and Sarajevo.

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Posted
December 9, 2017
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Mostar: Journey in Time

In the last several series’ about Mostar, I focussed on the war-torn past of the city. While the past conflicts are still vivid and can be seen when wandering the streets, one should not dismiss the long history of Mostar as an Ottoman town. The historic buildings are situated in a scenic way alongside the river with the well-known bridge of Mostar, which was rebuilt after the war, marking the center. It’s also where the famous tradition of bridge jumping takes place. There are several beautiful mosques, paying tribute to the Islamic belief still followed by the people living in this part of the town. Walking the old village of Mostar truly feels like a journey in time.

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Posted
November 30, 2017
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If these walls could talk, Sniper Tower Pt. II

This is the second two-part series about the Sniper Tower in Mostar, Bosnia and Hercegovina. You’ll find the first series with basic information right here.

Getting into the Sniper Tower might be tricky, but it’s worth it. From the main square, turn to the left ally and follow it to the end of the building, then go around the corner; right here, some stone blocks should enable you to cross the wall and enter the eerie site. I highly recommend doing it in daylight, first of all, because you can enjoy the beautiful views on the upper floors, secondly and most importantly it’s supposed to be a hotspot for druggies at night. Obviously, there is no police here to take care of you. So be cautious and watch your steps. The place is incredibly well-known for its graffiti art; some pieces can be seen below.

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Posted
November 27, 2017
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Mostar: Divided City

During the Bosnian War 1992 – 1995, the historic city of Mostar found itself at the center of fights, first between Bosnianak-Croation and Serbian troops and later between Muslims and Catholics. During the conflict, large parts of the city were destroyed, and many civilians lost their lives. The destroyed bridge of Mostar especially became a well-known symbol of the dispute. It was built by the Ottomans and stood here for hundreds of years, connecting the Muslim and Christian parts of the city before being blown to pieces for unknown reasons. The Mostar bridge was rebuilt a couple of years ago, but many remnants of the war remain in the city, making it an eerie but exciting place to visit. The wounds are healing slowly, but still, Mostar is a visible example of what can happen when once peaceful neighbors suddenly turn against each other for religious or ethnic reasons. Up until today, the city remains divided.

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November 13, 2017
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The Sniper Tower

The Sniper Tower is an abandoned high-rise building in the war-torn city of Mostar in Bosnia-Hercegovina. The eerie site is officially closed down but is still used as a graffiti art space. During the Bosnian war from 1992 to 1995, it was used by Croatian snipers to target the nearby square, also hitting and killing many civilians. Today, there is peace, luckily, but Mostar is still divided between Catholic Croats and Muslim Bosniaks, the sniper tower marking the border of the two parts of the city and standing as a visible reminder and as a warning.

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