Crossing the Rivers of Time: A Wander Over Four Bosnian Bridges

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, bridges represent an important part of cultural and historical heritage. Telling stories of bygone eras, they are often tourist attractions. The Old Bridge in Mostar, Ars Aevi in Sarajevo, Mehmed Pasha Sokolović Bridge in Višegrad, and the so-called ‘Bridge under the Bridge’ in Goražde are just some of the bridges that defy time and captivate with their endurance and unique character.

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The Potential of Srebrenik as a Regional Tourist Center

Srebrenik, a city in northeast Bosnia and Herzegovina, has many different attractions, including the medieval Srebrenik Fortress and Old Town, along with the Ćojluk Mosque, the Jasenica Orthodox Church, the Gornji Hrgovi ethno-village, the Suljagić House in Špionica, and the natural beauty of Mount Majevica.

The Svrzo House: A Window into the Past of Everyday Life in Sarajevo

The Svrzo House, located in the heart of Sarajevo’s old quarter, is one of the most beautiful vestiges of Ottoman architecture in the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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The Young Woman from Konjic Breaking World Weightlifting Records
Twenty-five-year-old Samra Alebić from Konjic has been breaking world records and winning gold medals as the top competitor from Bosnia and Herzegovina in powerlifting—a sport that includes three disciplines: squatting, bench press, and deadlifting. With daily training, this young journalist and writer is able to lift 185 kilos, destroying prejudices that only men are strong.

Yugonostalgia and Yugoslavism: To Believe in ‘Better Times’
The memory of the former Yugoslavia is very much alive in Bosnia and Herzegovina, whether it's when you have a beer at Cafe Tito, looking online on the Lexicon of YU Mythology for a titbit from the collapsed state, or in the research being conducted by scholars.

Learning about the Past with a Focus on Peace Values
"Lessons from the past can improve our future, but we must be willing to teach others and be good students."

A unique symbol of peace in Žepče
Žepče, a town predominantly populated by Croats and Bosniaks, often evokes issues concerning divisions and tensions. However, the newly reconstructed memorial to civilian victims of war, which was erected in 2017, brings a message of peace not only for young people, but also for all the citizens of this municipality.

Integration into Bosnian Society through a Daily Care Center
With the arrival of a large number of refugees in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) and the complex state structure, ordinary citizens have often been the ones to offer help.

Sexism and Its Societal Consequences in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sexism ranges from seemingly harmless and often unconscious comments to various forms of discrimination against women, leaving painful and long-lasting consequences.

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