Old Bridge in Mostar

Stari Most in Mostar, a symbol of the city and UNESCO heritage, connects the banks of the Neretva and delights visitors with its history, architecture and famous bridge dives. Stari Most in Mostar is one of the most recognizable symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina and a masterpiece of 16th-century Ottoman architecture. Built in 1566 by order of Sokola Mehmed Pasha and designed by the famous builder Mimar Hajrudin, the bridge connects the two banks of the Neretva and represents a technical and aesthetic feat of its time.

Built of stone in the form of elegant semicircular arches, Stari Most was the central place of life in Mostar — from trade to social gatherings. Over the centuries, it symbolized the connection of different cultures and religions that coexisted in the city.

The bridge was destroyed in 1993 during the war, but was rebuilt in 2004 thanks to international cooperation and traditional construction techniques. Today the Old Bridge is under UNESCO protection and a beloved tourist attraction — a site of daring jumps by local young men and cultural events, as well as a symbol of resilience, reconciliation, and the historical heritage of Mostar.