Siege of Sarajevo/Fall of Yugoslavia Tour
ID: GYG436268-802139
Category:
Country: Bosnia-Herzegovina
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
The siege of Sarajevo – the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina – was the longest siege of a capital city in the history of modern warfare.
The siege of Sarajevo – the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina – was the longest siege of a capital city in the history of modern warfare. After being initially besieged by the forces of the Yugoslav People's Army, Sarajevo was besieged by the Army of Republika Srpska from 5 April 1992 to 29 February 1996 (1,425 days) during the Bosnian War. The city of Sarajevo was under the siege three times longer than Stalingrad and more than a year longer than the siege of Leningrad. During the siege, the people of Sarajevo experienced shortage of food, water, medicine, necessities and atrocities unimaginable for the late 20th century. On this tour you will have an opportunity to find out more about the siege of Sarajevo, fall of Yugoslavia and how Sarajevo proudly managed to keep its title of multi-religious and multi-cultural center of the region.
Highlights
- Learn about the longest siege in history of modern warfare
- How people of Sarajevo managed to pravail biggest misfortune in it's history
- Discover how Sarajevo preserved it multicultural spirit despite all odds
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine.
Our office is located right in front of the main square, next to the bakery called "Pekara Edin". The office address is Mula Mustafe Baseskije 65 (Using google maps search for "Sarajevo Tours with Adis" for more accurate location). There will be a Bosnian flag as a sign of recognition.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
