Every July 11 marks the anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide. Tens of thousands of people come to Potočari on that day—but this place should not be visited only on days of remembrance. And not only by Europeans. Why Srebrenica is a place for all of humanity. The Road to Srebrenica The drive from Sarajevo to…
Who has the best ones? The big race for the best Ćevapi in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Sarajevo vs. Travnik vs. Banja Luka. Lela’s World sets the record straight and reveals where to find the best food! In Bosnia and Herzegovina, there are topics you can argue about passionately for hours on end, with no hope…
I’ll admit it right at the beginning: As an Egyptologist, I don’t think much of the “Bosnian pyramids”. Whether they exist at all, i.e. whether these mounds near Visoko are actually pyramids built by human hands, has not yet convinced me professionally. Osmanagić himself speaks of five pyramids in the valley, which he has christened…
When it was announced that Bishop Bertram Meier of Augsburg was visiting Sarajevo, it was immediately clear that I would like to meet him for an interview. After all, what connects two cities more than a common soul? Augsburg and Sarajevo are both cities of peace – with very different histories and backgrounds, but with…
Spain? No! Italy? No! No more Hola and Ciao in the first place! Now it’s Zdravo, Merhaba, Shalom and Bog! Bosnia & Herzegovina has made it to the top of Instagram – and if you’ve been here before, you won’t be surprised. Lela’s World gives you the most important travel tips to make your adventure…
The rivers of Bosnia and Herzegovina are among the most beautiful in Europe – and among the most mysterious. Along the Neretva, Bregava, Una, Buna and Rakitnica, legends of dragons, fairies and hidden spirits of nature have grown up over the centuries. These stories tell not only of myths, but also of people’s deep respect…
I am often asked what it is like to travel to Sarajevo during Ramadan or Bayram. Many people are unsure and wonder whether life in the city is restricted or whether tourists might even feel uncomfortable. That’s exactly why I decided to write this little report. Much has already been reported about Ramadan in Sarajevo….
This road trip was special. Not only because we were traveling fully electrically, but because this time I was able to experience Bosnia-Herzegovina through the eyes of a guest. My companion was the outstanding photographer Halil Al-Zadjali from Oman. It was his second visit to the country – but he was seeing many of the…
Bosnia and Herzegovina is not a country that you simply visit – you experience it with all your senses. Between turquoise-blue rivers, steaming cevapi grills and warm encounters, an adventure awaits that will change you.So that you are well prepared, here are the ten things you absolutely need for your trip. 1. an open heart…
Where legends, stones and history speak to each other … Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country that mysteriously combines past and present. Between ancient forests, rivers and rocks, there are places that tell of times long past – and yet still seem alive. Places where history lives on not in books, but in stone, symbols…
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country that still breathes – wild, genuine and undisguised. Time seems to pass more slowly here, as if to remind us of what really matters: clear rivers, fragrant forests, fresh mountain air and encounters that are not fleeting. Wer hier reist, reist nicht nur auf der Suche nach Sehenswürdigkeiten, sondern…
Handmade soft toys are more than just toys – they are memories you can touch. Crocheted and knitted with love, Sana from Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina creates unique pieces that enchant children and adults alike. Each piece is a gift for life – unique, personal and full of heart. A balance full of creativity…
At this year’s Sarajevo Film Festival, Porsche Sarajevo is once again causing a stir with an all-electric festival fleet. Film meets electromobility and shows how sustainability and glamor go together perfectly. A story of how cinema and modern mobility are taking responsibility for the future together. The evening sun bathes Sarajevo in warm gold. People…
Seven Australian tourists had to be rescued at the highest and oldest mountain village of Lukomir in Bosnia and Herzegovina after they climbed Mount Obalj at night without a guide. This time everything went well. But such stories don’t always have a happy ending. Nadin Kevelj, main coordinator of the rescue operations of the GSS…
Yes, it works – and how!Anyone who thinks a road trip through Bosnia and Herzegovina in an electric car would be a challenge will be pleasantly surprised: the charging network is growing fast, nature is breathtaking and the sustainable travel style is perfectly suited to this special country. 🌿 Why Bosnia and Herzegovina is a…
Sarajevo – a city with history, diversity and now international recognition. Under the leadership of the IPA President of Sarajevo, Muamer Klino, an important international security conference was recently held, which not only brought together experts from various countries, but also focused on the tourism potential of the Bosnian capital. At a time when travelers…
Bosnien und Herzegowina zählt zu den sichersten und gleichzeitig authentischsten Reisezielen Europas. Das Land überzeugt mit einer einzigartigen Kombination aus niedriger Kriminalität, herzlicher Gastfreundschaft, einer stabilen politischen Lage, einem reichen multikulturellen Erbe und einer der letzten wilden Naturlandschaften Europas. Wer echte Kultur, tiefe Geschichte und unberührte Natur erleben möchte, findet hier ein verstecktes Juwel –…
As part of the competition Young Energy Europe competition, the best Energy Scouts 2024 from Bosnia and Herzegovina were selected on December 10. Young employees from eight companies presented innovative projects on energy efficiency and resource conservation. The competition was organized by the AHK Bosnia and Herzegovina and sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Economics…
Alex Vaszi, CEO of Porsche Sarajevo BH, is a versatile manager. His career has taken him from Austria via Slovenia, Hungary and Chile to Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since graduating in business administration and computer science from the Johannes Kepler University in Linz, he has made a name for himself with his expertise in the areas…
We explore the magical winter landscape in Bosnia-Herzegovina with the new Ford Ranger Raptor
Being Mirsad Ibisevic “I can’t believe you still haven’t read the book when you were so excited about it! Either you’re really that busy or you were expecting something else…” Yes, I was really looking forward to this book! Mirsad Ibisevic, Irish actor of Bosnian-Herzegovinian origin, I have been following on Facebook for a long…
ID.5 Per performance Imagine you have an appointment in Slovenia. And then you spontaneously decide to take a few days off. You think spontaneity with an e-car is not possible? We have tested it with the ID.5. He looks great. The ID.5 Pro Performance with 150 kW (204 hp) in Blue Dusk Metallic Black. The…
ROAD-TRIP IN BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA Pomegranates, Figs and Co. – In the paradise of the Balkans Mediterranean climate is responsible for the fact that Herzegovina is home to wild pomegranates and figs. But the barren natural landscape has much more to offer My Stages ROAD-TRIP IN BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA Pomegranates, Figs and Co. – In the paradise of the…
OFF-ROAD TRIP WITH THE LANDROVER DEFENDER – PART 3 So close to heaven – In The Mountain Village Lukomir We visited Lukomir, the remote mountain idyll in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We were not only propelled back into a bygone era, but also straight into the universe! My Stages OFF-ROAD TRIP WITH THE LANDROVER DEFENDER –…
People in Bosnia and Herzegovina are fascinated by e-mobility, but are skeptical about it. Mayor of Municipality Sarajevo Center Srđan Mandić is a visionary. He is already in the process of building the first public gas station in Sarajevo. This year. I met him and asked him about it. A conversation about future urbanisation, his…
An open letter In Memoriam Jovan Divjak 03/11/1937 – 04/08/2021 “The days of life in Sarajevo were days of love, respect and appreciation.” My Stages An open letter In Memoriam Jovan Divjak 03/11/1937 – 04/08/2021 “The days of life in Sarajevo were days of love, respect and appreciation.” My Stages “A symbol of humanity and…
Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender – Part 4 Mountain Village Umoljani – In Search of the Stone Dragon Bosnia and Herzegovina is full of legends that continue to come to life. Mountain village Umoljani with its petrified dragon is one of the most mysterious places in this world. My Stages Off-Road Trip with the…
Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender – Part 5 Swiss Cheese Made in Bosnia and Herzegovina The best Swiss cheese can only be found in Switzerland? Not quite! We visited a cheese dairy in the Bosnian mountains and enjoyed a culinary treat. My Stages Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender – Part 5 Swiss Cheese…
Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender – Part 2 To the Wild Horses of Romanija Are there any wild horses left in the nature of Europe? We went looking for them in the Romanija region of eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina! My Stages Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender – Part 2 To the Wild Horses…
Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender – Part 1 Mystical Bosnia and Herzegovina – Descent into the depths The Balkans are considered to be the destination of 2021. We visited Bosnia-Herzegovina and were surprised by what this small country in the heart of Europe has to offer! My Stages Off-Road Trip with the Landrover Defender…
The Bosnian-Herzegovinian city of Mostar has been divided into two parts since the end of the Balkan war. Catholic and Muslim children are taught separately and in different ways. The musician Orhan Maslo wants to put an end to this ethnic division and founds “Mostar Rock School”, a place where children make music together. Despite…
In this episode of her show STAR IN THE CAR, Sabina Sidro welcomes the cult band Dubioza Kolektiv. A conversation about love of home, family and friendship. Dubioza Kolektiv don’t mince their words in their lyrics. They criticize the political system and its creators in the Balkans directly and bluntly. This is why they are…
Between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Berlin – Edin Hasanović embodies how home, humor and heart come together. Known from “Im Westen nichts Neues” and also from Tatort, the actor shows that true strength comes from roots and change. Günter Strack Television Award, nomination for the German Film Award for Best Leading Actor, Actor Award at…
“I will be ashamed to be a member of this parliament if it continues to do nothing.” Words from a politician who did not stop at doing nothing. They come from Dr. Christian Schwarz-Schilling, the former German Postal Minister, who resigned in 1992 in protest against the German government’s stance on the war in Bosnia-Herzegovina….
“There are personal stories, sadness and memories in every flower. But through our handiwork we express love. Everyone who wears this flower shares this feeling and expresses their solidarity and hope that a crime like the one that took place in Bosnia-Herzegovina will never happen again,” explains Azemina Ahmedbegovic, President of the Association for Handicrafts…
Hatidža Mehmedović co-founded the “Mothers of Srebrenica” association. She lost her husband and two sons in the Srebrenica genocide. They were 17 and 20 years old at the time. She told her tragic story to Bosnian journalist Elma Kazagić and returned to Vidikovac near Srebrenica in 2002. Hatidža Mehmedović died on July 22, 2018 at…
My favorite is Hurmašice from my aunt Nadja. You can get this small, sweet and moist pastry everywhere in Bosnia and Herzegovina – whether in the family or in traditional pastry shops. Hurmašice are one of the most popular desserts in the Balkans – baked golden brown, drenched in sugar syrup and deliciously aromatic. Every…
On the centenary of the Sarajevo assassination, participants at the international conference “The long shots of Sarajevo 1914 – 2014” are attempting to reinterpret the events. The results are surprising. South African author Tim Butcher stands in front of a rock in Obljaj in north-western Bosnia-Herzegovina. The assassin Gavrilo Princip carved his initials into this…
