Introducing the Bosnia and Herzegovina
Home to mountains, forests, rivers, and a narrow stretch of coastline on the Adriatic Sea, Bosnia and Herzegovina draws visitors throughout the year. The country, which shares borders with Croatia, Serbia, and Montenegro, declared its independence in 1992, and has experienced steady growth since that time. In addition to a rich history and heritage, Bosnia and Herzegovina presents a robust tourism infrastructure, offering numerous activities and festivals such as August’s Sarajevo Film Festival, held in Sarajevo, the capital. Other annual events in the country include the International Sarajevo Jazz Festival, in November, and the Children's Festival, launched in 2004 and now the largest children's themed festival in Southeast Europe. The Banja Luka Summer Games and the Kozara Ethno Festival are also prominent events that attract visitors from around the world. Additionally, the influence of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s multicultural population is seen in the country’s cuisine, which highlights elements of Byzantine, Ottoman, Bosnian, and Serbian culinary traditions.
Turkish Airlines’ flights to Bosnia and Herzegovina operate between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ). Direct flights to Bosnia and Herzegovina from Istanbul take around two hours.