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City in Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Mostar is a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Much of the city has 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. However, many visible signs of Mostar's troubled history in the 1990s remain.
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Stari Most
The original bridge built by the Turks in 1566 was destroyed in 1993, but rebuilt in 2004. The bridge is the highlight of Mostar and is a . The main site in Mostar, if not Bosnia. The bridge is 21 m high and you will frequently see members of the Mostar Diving Club dive off the bridge. It is customary to give the divers a few marks after they make the jump.
Includes exhibits on the history of the bridge, a panoramic view from the top, and entrance into the excavations below, along with a video detailing the reconstruction of the bridge. It opened in 2006, commemorating the second anniversary of the bridge's reconstruction.
Muslibegovića kuća
Constructed 300 years ago, it is considered the most beautiful Ottoman period house in the Balkans. The house comprises separate quarters for women (women’s courtyard – haremluk) and men (men’s courtyard – selamluk). Unlike earlier architectural styles, this is a four-storey house built around the centre. Double-arched entrance with the central pillar reveals Mediterranean influence. The house is a preserved authentic monumental structure along with items and documents providing an insight into the life of a wealthy bey family from the time. In addition to museum exhibition, visitors are invited to take traditional beverages and biscuits, or spend a night.
Muzej Hercegovine
Has a small collection of photographs from various phases of Mostar history, including a small exhibit on a native son who was Prime Minister of Yugoslavia for 6 years. Also shows an excellent video on the recent history of the Old Bridge.
Koski Mehmed-pašina džamija
Small but pretty Ottoman mosque built in 1618 that was destroyed during the war but rebuilt with Turkish financial support. Climb the minaret for spectacular views over the town. Ascending the minaret is not recommended to those with claustrophobia, but the 192 step climb rewards with a superlative view of the Old Bridge.
Karađoz-begova džamija
Ottoman mosque built in 1557; central mosque of Mostar.
A park turned into a cemetery in 1993 when the dead needed a place to be buried and other cemeteries were inaccessible due to the war.
Bišćevića kuća
An Ottoman house, where you only can see the few rooms in upstairs.
Members of the Mostar Diving Club will dive off the bridge into the emerald green waters, but first they will try to collect some money from tourists. Do not attempt this yourself. The waters of river are at a constant 12°C, and going suddenly from 30°C to 12°C can cause a heart attack among even the fittest. The young local men diving would hose themselves down first in order to lower their body temperature before diving. The best place to watch this is below Old Bridge on shore of Neretva river.
Here, in 1993 the city was divided between Croats on the west and Bosniaks on the eastern side. It is a surreal and sobering experience to see the bombed-out buildings which still stand in this area only 5 m from the division.
Bell Tower
Visible wide around the city. Take the elevator up the bell tower next to Sveti Petar i Pavao.
A great place to have cheap and good dishes. Prices range from 5 KM to 12 KM for a big meal.
Great pizza.
Highly recommended, although service is slow.
Great view overlooking the Stari Most.
Great view overlooking the Stari Most. Part of Hotel Bristol.
Decent mixed grill.
Omladinski kulturni centar "Abrašević"
Bar with alternative concerts and other art events, founded on the former front line of the last civil war. There is a small book-exchange on the second storey.
This bar has drinks and hookah; the ambiance is great as the lounge was built directly in a cavern. You won't be able to miss it while walking around the bazaar in Mostar's Old Town, as there is loud music emanating from the entrance.
Fantastic pub with a great atmosphere and lots of locals, tucked away beside the Radobolja river. Charming building with a terrace and the odd live band playing.
An open-air bar on top of a high building with jazzy/world music and a great view over the town. Sometimes live bands; keep your eyes open for posters when walking in the Old town.
Free Wi-Fi, tours around Mostar. Free pick up service 24 hr.
Small hostel with a family atmosphere, staffed by the outrageous Stephan, kitchen, parking, Wifi. Thoroughly recommended.
This is the first hostel in Mostar. The owner, Majda, is very friendly and will bend over backwards to accommodate you, suggest restaurants, bars, sights and day trips. Free internet, TV, kitchen, linen. Homecooked breakfast and coffee for free every morning. A city tour is offered.
Cool clean hostel in the Old town. Free Wi-Fi, staff speaks very good English.
Apartment and hostel.
Clean hostel in the Old town. Free internet, staff speak very good English. Free pick up from the bus/train station can be arranged. In their own bar on the Old bridge you can taste local drinks for local prices; first round is always on the house if you are a guest of the hostel.
In the pedestrian zone of Mostar centre, about 500 m from the Old Town, Hostel Bojo offers air-conditioned rooms with lockers for each bed, free Wi-Fi and free breakfast. Guests can use the shared garden's seating area with free barbecue facilities. Has a common room with cable TV, and guests are welcome to use a shared fully equipped kitchen with dining area. A shared bathroom with shower and hairdryers are available.
Mostar's only luxurious four-star hotel. It's in a quiet area with beautiful nature and a river running under hotel, yet it's not more than 15 minutes walk from the historical centre of the city. The hotel has a capacity of 28 rooms and two luxurious apartments. All rooms have access to a mini bar, Pay TV, internet adapter and balcony. There are both rooms for smokers and non-smokers. Here you will find a big restaurant, café, and a huge terrace outside lying on the river Radobolja. Also a hotel garage as well as outside parking are available.
45 rooms, a restaurant, and two conference rooms. The rooms have air-conditioning, telephone, new bathrooms and satellite TV. The restaurant has a capacity of 150 seats inside and outside. The Musala square across Neretva and Korzo Street in front of the hotel are two of the most frequented places in the city, which gives this hotel something extra.
Mostar Old Bridge View Villas
Three furnished two bedroom apartments with terraces on Neretva River directly over looking the Mostar Old Bridge.
10 rooms with air-con, cable TV, bathroom with shower, balcony with a view on the Old town and Old bridge, restaurant closed type, parking and internet wireless connection which is free of charge for guests.
Spotlessly clean.
6 rooms. Free internet.
Rooms are very clean, with television and air-conditioning and the price is surprisingly low.
Rooms are quiet and spacious, equipped with TV and balcony. Bathroom spotless, owner Marijana friendly and with good English.
All rooms with TV, internet, air-con, bath. Parking provided.
The Old Bridge is just 10 minutes by walking. Private parking for guests at a fee.
Nice location, decent beds. Rooms on the second floor have the quickest access to the terrace with a view of the city and the hills.
More of an apartment complex than a hotel. Excellent breakfast.
By train
There are twice daily trains from Sarajevo. This train has no A/C and is often oversold, so if you are looking for comfort, take the bus.
By car
Mostar is easily reachable from Western Europe via Croatia. From, Zagreb take the A1 (green signs for Karlovac, Split and Dubrovnik).
By plane
By bicycle
The Ćiro Trail is a 157-km cycling route from Dubrovnik.
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