It was a long walk from my friend’s home to the center of Sarajevo. It could be done in a few hours, or taxis were quick and inexpensive.

Sarajevo Landmarks

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The city remains pockmarked with bullet holes, mortar shells, graffiti, and the burned out skeletons of buildings. Unemployment rate was at 25% during my visit.

Old Town Sarajevo

Aa mix of Ottoman influence layered on top of Latin roots.

Sarajevo Fashion

Daily Life

Next . . . on the road to Mostar