Description

Bosnia and Herzegovina's craggy beauty belies its East-meets-West ethos, which is the result of Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian histories. The country's deep, unpretentious human warmth, breathtaking mountains, numerous medieval castle remains, raftable rivers, stunning waterfalls, and low-cost skiing are likely to be remembered by today's visitors.

The country's two big draws, Sarajevo and Mostar, are where most visitors spend their time.

Sarajevo has recovered from years of siege to become one of Europe's most likable capitals, while Mostar's charming Old Bridge is the most photographed item in the Balkans, lovingly reconstructed after wartime ruin.