Bosnia and Herzegovina · City guides
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and its largest city. Sarajevo is very tourist friendly, especially pedestrian area in the Old Town in the centre of the city. Sarajevo is a cosmopolitan European capital with a unique Eastern twist that is a delight to explore.
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Quick facts
- Currency
Currency
Bosnia-Herzegovina Convertible Mark (BAM)- Language
- Croatian
Language
Croatian, Serbian, Bosnian - Time zones
UTC+1
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/F
Power plugs
Type C, F · 230 V - Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
- Visa (US citizens)
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Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
Bosnia and Herzegovina · Population: 276K · Calling code: +387
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