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| name = Mostar | | name = Mostar | ||
| native_name = | | native_name = | ||
| settlement_type = City | | settlement_type = City | ||
| image_skyline = | | image_skyline = | ||
| image_caption = | | image_caption = | ||
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| coordinates = {{coord|43|20|N|17|48|E|region:BA_type:city}} | |||
| subdivision_type = Country | | subdivision_type = Country | ||
| subdivision_name = [[Bosnia and Herzegovina]] | | subdivision_name = [[Bosnia and Herzegovina]] | ||
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| subdivision_type2 = Canton | | subdivision_type2 = Canton | ||
| subdivision_name2 = [[Herzegovina-Neretva Canton]] | | subdivision_name2 = [[Herzegovina-Neretva Canton]] | ||
| | | established_title = Founded | ||
| | | established_date = 1452 | ||
| area_total_km2 = 1175 | | area_total_km2 = 1175 | ||
| population_total = | | population_total = 113169 | ||
| population_as_of = 2013 | | population_as_of = 2013 | ||
| population_density_km2 = auto | | population_density_km2 = auto | ||
| timezone = CET | | timezone = [[Central European Time|CET]] | ||
| utc_offset = +1 | | utc_offset = +1 | ||
| timezone_DST = CEST | | timezone_DST = [[Central European Summer Time|CEST]] | ||
| utc_offset_DST = +2 | | utc_offset_DST = +2 | ||
| postal_code_type = Postal code | | postal_code_type = Postal code | ||
| postal_code = 88000 | | postal_code = 88000 | ||
| area_code = +387 36 | | area_code = +387 36 | ||
| website = | | website = [http://www.mostar.ba/ www.mostar.ba] | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Mostar''' | '''Mostar''' is a city and municipality in [[Bosnia and Herzegovina]], the largest and one of the most important cities in the [[Herzegovina]] region. It is the center of the [[Herzegovina-Neretva Canton]] of the [[Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina]]. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
Mostar was | Mostar was named after the [[bridge keepers]] (''mostari'') who in the medieval times guarded the [[Stari Most]] ("Old Bridge") over the [[Neretva River]]. The Old Bridge, built by the [[Ottoman Empire]] in the 16th century, is one of Bosnia and Herzegovina's most recognizable landmarks and is considered a symbol of [[Mostar]]. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Mostar is | Mostar is situated on the [[Neretva River]] and is surrounded by the [[Dinaric Alps]]. The city is known for its [[Mediterranean climate]], with hot summers and mild, rainy winters. | ||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||
According to the 2013 census, Mostar has a population of | According to the 2013 census, Mostar has a population of 113,169 inhabitants. The city is ethnically diverse, with [[Bosniaks]], [[Croats]], and [[Serbs]] being the main ethnic groups. | ||
== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
Mostar's economy is based on | Mostar's economy is based on industries such as [[aluminum]] and [[metal processing]], [[banking]], and [[telecommunications]]. The city is also a significant tourist destination, attracting visitors to its historic sites and natural beauty. | ||
== Culture == | == Culture == | ||
Mostar is known for its cultural heritage, which | Mostar is known for its cultural heritage, including the [[Old Bridge]], which is a [[UNESCO World Heritage Site]]. The city hosts various cultural events, such as the [[Mostar Summer Festival]] and the [[Mostar Blues & Rock Festival]]. | ||
== Education == | == Education == | ||
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== Transportation == | == Transportation == | ||
Mostar is | Mostar is connected by road and rail to other major cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The [[Mostar International Airport]] provides air travel services. | ||
== | == See also == | ||
* [[Stari Most]] | * [[Stari Most]] | ||
* [[Herzegovina]] | * [[Herzegovina]] | ||
* [[Neretva River]] | * [[Neretva River]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
== External | == External links == | ||
* [http://www.mostar.ba/ Official website of Mostar] | |||
[[Category:Cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina]] | [[Category:Cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina]] | ||
[[Category:Populated places in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton]] | [[Category:Populated places in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton]] | ||
[[Category:Mostar]] | [[Category:Mostar]] | ||
[[Category:Tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina]] | |||
[[Category:World Heritage Sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina]] | |||
Revision as of 20:40, 30 December 2024
| General Information | |
| Name | Mostar |
| Native Name | |
| Other Names | |
| Settlement Type | City |
| Transliteration | |
| Language 1 | |
| Type 1 | |
| Info 1 | |
| Location | |
| Coordinates |
43°20
N°17
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| Map | |
| Population | |
| Total | 113169 |
| Density | auto per km² |
| Area | |
| Total | 1175 km² |
| Land | km² |
| Water | km² |
| Government | |
| Type | |
| Leader | |
| Time Zone | |
| Standard | UTC+1 |
| DST | UTC+2 |
Mostar is a city and municipality in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the largest and one of the most important cities in the Herzegovina region. It is the center of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
History
Mostar was named after the bridge keepers (mostari) who in the medieval times guarded the Stari Most ("Old Bridge") over the Neretva River. The Old Bridge, built by the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century, is one of Bosnia and Herzegovina's most recognizable landmarks and is considered a symbol of Mostar.
Geography
Mostar is situated on the Neretva River and is surrounded by the Dinaric Alps. The city is known for its Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild, rainy winters.
Demographics
According to the 2013 census, Mostar has a population of 113,169 inhabitants. The city is ethnically diverse, with Bosniaks, Croats, and Serbs being the main ethnic groups.
Economy
Mostar's economy is based on industries such as aluminum and metal processing, banking, and telecommunications. The city is also a significant tourist destination, attracting visitors to its historic sites and natural beauty.
Culture
Mostar is known for its cultural heritage, including the Old Bridge, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city hosts various cultural events, such as the Mostar Summer Festival and the Mostar Blues & Rock Festival.
Education
Mostar is home to several educational institutions, including the University of Mostar and the Džemal Bijedić University of Mostar.
Transportation
Mostar is connected by road and rail to other major cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Mostar International Airport provides air travel services.
See also
References
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