Upon arrival at the Sarajevo airport, there will be a gathering individually or the group, a short acquaintance, and departure to Herzegovina towards the chosen Hotel in Mostar. The check-in is followed by a brief community, getting to know the program, and an evening tour of the old town of Mostar.
We start the morning by leaving the Hotel towards the Vjetrenica cave, a 1.5-hour drive away. This Cave was first mentioned in the middle of the 1st century AD in work “History of Nature,” published by Pliny the Elder in 77.
Vjetrenica is a world-famous cave with rich cave decorations and rich cave world, in which almost 200 different animal species have been recorded, of which 92 are troglobites, making it the first in the world in biodiversity, and 37 of them were first found and described here (locus typicus). In the fauna of Vjetrenica, there is a large number of narrow endemics, the so-called stanoendema. The indoor air temperature is 11.4 ° C, and the water temperature is 11.3 ° C.
Extensively arranged and electrified: 1964 in the length of 1050m with a trail arranged in 1800m. Protected natural monument since 1952, in the category of special geological reserves since 1965.
In 2004 she was nominated for the preliminary list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Daorson – You will have a unique opportunity to visit one of the oldest ancient cities in Europe, unique in its defensive walls as well as the way they are made, it was the capital of a Hellenized Illyrian tribe called the Daorsi (Ancient Greek Δαόριζοι, Δαούρσιοι; Latin Daorsei)…
Individual arrival in Sarajevo departure for Mostar
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Upon arrival at the Sarajevo airport, there will be a gathering individually or the group, a short acquaintance, and departure to Herzegovina towards the chosen Hotel in Mostar. The check-in is followed by a brief community, getting to know the program, and an evening tour of the old town of Mostar.
Vjetrenica Cave, Daorson, "Radimlja" -
UNESCO World Heritage Site, Počitelj
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We start the morning by leaving the Hotel towards the Vjetrenica cave, a 1.5-hour drive away. This Cave was first mentioned in the middle of the 1st century AD in work "History of Nature," published by Pliny the Elder in 77.
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Vjetrenica is a world-famous cave with rich cave decorations and rich cave world, in which almost 200 different animal species have been recorded, of which 92 are troglobites, making it the first in the world in biodiversity, and 37 of them were first found and described here (locus typicus). In the fauna of Vjetrenica, there is a large number of narrow endemics, the so-called stanoendema. The indoor air temperature is 11.4 ° C, and the water temperature is 11.3 ° C.
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Extensively arranged and electrified: 1964 in the length of 1050m with a trail arranged in 1800m. Protected natural monument since 1952, in the category of special geological reserves since 1965.
In 2004 she was nominated for the preliminary list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Daorson - You will have a unique opportunity to visit one of the oldest ancient cities in Europe, unique in its defensive walls as well as the way they are made, it was the capital of a Hellenized Illyrian tribe called the Daorsi (Ancient Greek Δαόριζοι, Δαούρσιοι; Latin Daorsei). The Daorsi lived in the valley of the Neretva river between 300 BC and 50 BC.
We jokingly say that we have a unique Machu Picchu in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Radimlja - Today's visit ends with the necropolis Radimlja - Medieval tombstones - Stećci, a necropolis that contains unique specimens and beautifully ornamented tombstones so you can learn more about their origin and meaning.
Most importantly, they are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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Počitelj - is a historical settlement of Oriental-Mediterranean character and an open-air museum in located in the Neretva river valley and one of the most beautiful cultural and historical units in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Počitelj is a fortress dating back to the Middle Ages. Počitelj is first mentioned in the charter for Duke Stjepan Vukčić in 1444 (Posichell, Vdobranah castello con lo contato).
In 2007, Počitelj's candidacy for the UNESCO World Heritage Site was submitted.
Blagaj Dervish Tekke, Stephen's Fortress, Mostar
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Blagaj - We continue our journey to the 15th century Dervish Tekke the place of Sufism built in the beautiful surroundings of the natural Cliff Rock, when we mention Sufism in the context of Islam, do you know how long the process of Islamization lasted - when Islam came to Bosnia and how long it took after the conquest of Bosnia and Herzegovina to Strengthen as a Faith.
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Above the Tekke, there are caves dating back to the Neolithic - Paleolithic times. What is most interesting is that at the foot of the cliff itself is the largest source of drinking water and forms the river Buna.
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We continue our visit to the Medieval City Stephen's Fortress, which is located at the top of the Rock itself, from there is an invaluable view of the Neretva Valley and the city of Mostar.
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Mostar - Arriving in Mostar, we continue the tour in the old town. Do you know how Mostar got its name? A visit to the Old Bridge made in the 16th century by Mimar Hajrudin, demolished in 1993, and rebuilt in 2004 is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Walking through the old town and we come to Koski Mehmed-pasha mosque, where you will learn more about Islam, the opportunity to climb the Minaret, and see the unique panorama of the city of Mostar and the Old Bridge.
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After the tour of Mostar, we head to Sarajevo and check-in at the Hotel.
Sarajevo
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Excursion to Sarajevo- the city that made history. The First World War was triggered by the assassination of the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne and his wife in Sarajevo.
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Images of Sarajevo, which resisted the Balkan War, went around the world. And the famous ''War Tunnel - Tunnel of Hope'' Sarajevo War Tunnel - Tunnel of Hope 1993. Then a particularly beautiful, mysterious cave near Sarajevo.
Medieval Kingdom of Bosnia –
Bosnian Blacksmiths UNESCO protection
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What do you know in general about Medieval Bosnia, where it originated and how it spread through historical frameworks, which were its most important Bans and Kings.
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What was the geostrategic position of the Kingdom of Bosnia and Herzegovina, its Church of Bosnia and its Bogumils, how was its origin, the peak of power and finally its disappearance under the Ottoman Empire?
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We will visit the Bosnian city of Dubrovnik yes, you have read well how its origin in the Heart of Medieval Bosnia originated and developed. Very well hidden among the mountains as well as all the cities in the heart of Bosnia, its significance and its disappearance.
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The visit takes us further to the town of Visoki, wherein in these areas, one of the oldest documents of our Bosnian Ban to another State was issued - a legal agreement. We will visit the site of Mile, where the remains of the Medieval Church are located, where the Bosnian Kings were crowned, also where some of the most important rulers were buried.
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The road leads us further to another Royal City of Bobovac, which was one of the better-built defensive cities with its walls that protected the city itself.
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Hidden among the mountains and difficult to access, it housed Bosnian kings, and issued the most important state documents and charters, a place where royal jewels were kept, the treasure and the Crown of Bosnian rulers.
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We will end the tour with a visit to Bosnian Blacksmiths, which is under the protection of the State as well as UNESCO, which were first mentioned in the 15th century, but their becoming is connected to the beginnings of the medieval Bosnian state.
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The technique they nurture during the processing and production of Iron is unique in the whole of Europe and the world, currently only three blacksmiths are active with this technique.
Ottoman Heritage –
Islam, Dervish, Sufism, and Sufi
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I will try to bring you closer - and explain the Ottoman heritage, its monuments, Dervishes - Sufis who remained settled in Bosnia and Herzegovina after the departure of the Ottoman Empire from this area.
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With the conquest of Bosnia in the 15th and 16th centuries, some of the most famous works of Ottoman-Islamic architecture were created. We will start our journey to central Bosnia - the town of Breza, where we will visit one of the oldest and smallest domed mosques - the Old Mosque in Podgora, you will learn more about its history, who its builders are, how it remained intact in the last war an insight into a completely different world.
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Then we continue our journey to the town of Visoko, known for its centuries-old way of processing leather, and it was the craftsmen of the "Guilds" that the tanners had built from their own funds. We will visit the Tabačka Mosque.
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Our journey ends in Dervish Tekke, the family of Dervish - Sufi / Sufi Islamic scholars. Who have been linking their family tree since the beginning of the rule of the Ottoman Empire in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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The cult of mysticism has always been associated with dervishes, people who interpreted Islam, but the Dervish or the main representative of the Tariqat is the "Sheikh", the undisputed authority among the dervishes. Sheikhs are not paid or have ever been treated as a separate class and must be the most learned / educated in their environment.
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You will have the opportunity to personally meet the Sheikh with him to talk, ask questions, visit a private museum whose library houses books that no longer exist in Turkey, his Calligraphic works, works of art of water painting - Ebru, you will be able to attend the Prayer if you have a desire to know that side of Islam as well.
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Sheikh, who is a full professor with a doctorate in science at the University of Sarajevo, graduated from Mimar Sinan University in Istanbul, received his master's degree from Marmara University in Istanbul, his doctorate from Mimar Sinan University. for such a letter from prof.dr. But Alparslana also possesses the skill of drawing on the water of the Ebru.
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How to explain to you as a visitor the Pyramid Valley project in Visoko, explore the past that is still being researched, where data is still analyzed, archaeological evidence is processed and dated, laboratory analyzes, radiocarbon analyzes, georadar surveys, georadar tomography, various measurements etc.
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Explore the Mystery of the Valley of the Bosnian Pyramids in Visoko with me, I will explain and tell you about the project from the beginning until today.
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The Valley of the Pyramids consists of 5 Pyramids, the Pyramid of the Sun, the Pyramid of Love, the Pyramid of the Moon, the Temple of Mother Earth, the Pyramid of the Bosnian Dragon and the Tumulus in Vratnica.
Zavidovići Stone Spheres
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Today you drive to Zavidovići and visit the magic stone balls. You can find the stone ball phenomenon in several countries: Costa Rica, Mexico, New Zealand, Australia, Turkey, Tunisia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina!
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On the way back, we will visit an obelisk of Kralja Tvrtka I Kotromanić - the obelisk of King Tvrtko I Kotromanić, which dates from the XIV century which is over 4 meters high.
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After breakfast, departure to Sarajevo airport, and a farewell coffee together with the whole tour group.
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You can book a tour individually or in groups. The price of the tour varies depending on the number of registered participants.
- Licensed guide
- Transport with modern vehicles and driver
- Rental car with driver 7 + 1 seater van or car
- Gasoline, tolls, parking
- All entrance fees to the pyramids, museums,
- Excursions and visits as described above
- Transfer from the airport and transfer to the airport
- 7 nights in a double room in the selected Hotel 3*/4*/5* with breakfast – the categorization of the accommodation depends on the wishes of the visitor.
- 2 Nights in Mostar with breakfast
- 6 Nights in Sarajevo
- Remark – (For groups, there is the option of half-board – accommodation with breakfast and dinner).
- Individual arrival
- Food and drink
- Other personal expenses
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Tour Guide
Sanel Silajdzić - Tourist guide
+387 61 237 906
bosnianhistoryguide@gmail.com
