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Latest revision as of 05:59, 3 March 2025
| 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 | |
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| 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[edit]
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[edit]
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[edit]
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[edit]
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[edit]
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[edit]
Mostar is home to several educational institutions, including the University of Mostar and the Džemal Bijedić University of Mostar.
Transportation[edit]
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[edit]
References[edit]
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External links[edit]
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Stari Most viewed from North -
Mostar Peace Bell Tower -
Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, Mostar -
Mostar Bazar -
Mostar Old Gymnasium -
Mostar viewing platform -
Bazar at Old Bridge in Mostar, Herzegovina -
Cskt-tavasz mosztarban (1903) -
Mostar 1900 -
Stjepan Radić in Mostar, 1925
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