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Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosna i Hercegovina
Capital
Sarajevo
Population
3.2M
Area
51,197 km²
Language
Bosnian / Serbian / Croatian

Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country in Southeast Europe, Europe. Its capital is Sarajevo, with a population of approximately 3.2M and a total area of 51,197 km². The official languages are Bosnian / Serbian / Croatian and the currency is the Convertible Mark (BAM).

📊 Quick Facts about Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Population
3.2M
total residents
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Total Area
51,197 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
62/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$26B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$8,125
per person
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Currency
Convertible Mark (BAM)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Bosnian / Serbian / Croatian
official
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Coastline
20 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
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Independence
1992
established
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Local Time in Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina covers an area of 51,197 km² with a population density of 62/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $26B ($8,125 per capita) and gained independence in 1992. It has a coastline of 20 km.

Did You Know?

The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo in 1914 triggered World War I. The city later hosted the 1984 Winter Olympics, and today the Old Bridge of Mostar, destroyed in 1993 and rebuilt, stands as a symbol of reconciliation.

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✈️ Travel Information for Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Best Time to Visit
April–October
Continental, cold winters, warm summers
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Cost of Travel
Budget
vs global average
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK
entry requirements

⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.

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📍 Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Map

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📍 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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🏆 Bosnia and Herzegovina World Rankings

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Heart of Europe
Geographical heart of the Balkans
1st
Waterfalls
Kravice Waterfall, one of Europe's most beautiful
1st
WWI
Assassination that triggered WWI happened in Sarajevo
1st
Stari Most
UNESCO bridge, one of the finest examples of Ottoman architecture

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Bosnia and Herzegovina

What is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina?

The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is Sarajevo.

What continent is Bosnia and Herzegovina in?

Bosnia and Herzegovina is located in Europe, in the Southeast Europe region.

What currency does Bosnia and Herzegovina use?

Bosnia and Herzegovina uses the Convertible Mark (BAM). The international calling code is +387.

What is the GDP of Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Bosnia and Herzegovina has a GDP of $26B, with a GDP per capita of $8,125.

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