Author: | April Ellis | ISBN: | 1230000038537 |
Publisher: | KWL | Publication: | December 15, 2012 |
Imprint: | Language: | English |
Author: | April Ellis |
ISBN: | 1230000038537 |
Publisher: | KWL |
Publication: | December 15, 2012 |
Imprint: | |
Language: | English |
Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Mostar is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the country, but today is suffering geographical division of ethnic groups. The city was the most heavily bombed of any Bosnian city during the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the breakup of Yugoslavia.
At the beginning of the war, the city lost many important buildings and structures through air strikes; later, once the formerly-aligned forces turned into enemies, a thorough destruction of this old city began, including the destruction of Mostar's architectural (as well as cultural and spiritual) heart: The Old Bridge (Stari Most). Mostar has been most famous for this beautiful historic Ottoman-style bridge, which spanned the Neretva river in what is considered the historic center of the city.
Through combined efforts with the international community, The Old Bridge has been rebuilt (completed in 2004, almost 11 years after its destruction), using some of its original pieces recovered from the Neretva river. A significant portion of the city has also been rebuilt and visitors might be surprised to see that this formerly war-torn city is a lively and beautiful destination once again, particularly the area within and around the old town.
Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information.
Contents:
Welcome To Mostar
Arrivals
By bus
By train
By plane
Sightseeing Highlights
Fun Activities
Shopping Highlights
Dining Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Bars, Clubs & Drinking
Accommodation Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Local & Day Trips
Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Mostar is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the country, but today is suffering geographical division of ethnic groups. The city was the most heavily bombed of any Bosnian city during the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the breakup of Yugoslavia.
At the beginning of the war, the city lost many important buildings and structures through air strikes; later, once the formerly-aligned forces turned into enemies, a thorough destruction of this old city began, including the destruction of Mostar's architectural (as well as cultural and spiritual) heart: The Old Bridge (Stari Most). Mostar has been most famous for this beautiful historic Ottoman-style bridge, which spanned the Neretva river in what is considered the historic center of the city.
Through combined efforts with the international community, The Old Bridge has been rebuilt (completed in 2004, almost 11 years after its destruction), using some of its original pieces recovered from the Neretva river. A significant portion of the city has also been rebuilt and visitors might be surprised to see that this formerly war-torn city is a lively and beautiful destination once again, particularly the area within and around the old town.
Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information.
Contents:
Welcome To Mostar
Arrivals
By bus
By train
By plane
Sightseeing Highlights
Fun Activities
Shopping Highlights
Dining Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Bars, Clubs & Drinking
Accommodation Guide
Budget
Mid-range
Splurge
Local & Day Trips