Guest writer: Anna Nilsson Spets
At the memorial site in Potocari outside Srebrenica, the air is thick with sadness, not even a bird chirping. No one says a word, words cannot describe this. All the angels in heaven are crying.
Read moreAt the memorial site in Potocari outside Srebrenica, the air is thick with sadness, not even a bird chirping. No one says a word, words cannot describe this. All the angels in heaven are crying.
Read moreWhere East meets West is the best way to describe Sarajevo, my absolute favourite city in Europe.
Read moreMeet the people, enjoy the beautiful nature and not least the beer. Preferably all at the same time. There's a friendliness and hospitality that makes it a pleasure to visit the excellent pubs in Sarajevo, Banja Luka and Mostar that serve local craft beer. You shouldn't miss the classic sights, of course, but put a little extra effort into your drinking and your trip will be unforgettable.
Read moreYesterday we made a small journey from Hvar in Croatia to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mostar is partly known for being one of the most attractive tourist resorts in the province of Herzegovina, and partly for the fierce fighting between Croats and Bosniaks during the Bosnian War and what came to be known as the "Battle of Mostar". This post is partly about the beautiful and interesting city of Mostar, and partly about our ongoing search for migraine medication ...
Read moreYesterday we spent ten minutes in Bosnia, or Bosnia and Herzegovina as the country is actually called. Yes, you heard right, ten minutes! If you've driven from Dubrovnik in southern Croatia to the north of the country, you'll understand exactly why - it's impossible to move on in Croatia without passing through Bosnia. I hadn't actually thought about it before, but the southern part of Croatia is not connected to the rest of the country.
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