Bosnia and Herzegovina lies at the cultural crossroads of east and west. It was here where Byzantine and Ottoman civilisations met Roman and Austro-Hungarian ones, creating one of the richest and most diverse cultural heritage regions of southern Europe. It is also the only place in the world where you can find Orthodox and Catholic churches, a mosque and a synagogue side by side in the same square.

Despite the image of Bosnia and Herzegovina's past, it is actually one of the safest places in Europe. Much of the country is covered by mountainous terrain, which together with good roads makes a great riding destination. This tiny country is tailor made for adventure and has a taste of the wild that is long gone in Western Europe.

Capital city: Sarajevo (population 400.000)
Population: 4 million
Land area: 51.129 sq km
Language: Croatian, Serbian (both very similar)
Independence: 03 March 1992
National currency: Convertibile Mark (KM), EUR is videly excepted
Religion: Muslim (44%), Orthodox Christian (32%), Roman Catholic (17%)
Climate: Alpine, Mediterranean, Sub Continental
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT+1)
Elevation: 0 - 2.386 m
National Parks: Two
International dialling number: +387
Visa: Tourists from most countries (EU, USA, etc) do not need visa. A valid passport is required only.
Electricity: 220V, 50Hz
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