- Address: Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina;
- Official page: spomenici-sa.ba;
- Built: in 1550 year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is famous for its huge number of interesting places for tourists. The ancient fortresses and castles built in the country deserve special attention. Their list is truly enormous, fortresses include Blagaji, Boćac, Bosanska-Krupa , Doboj , Glamoch, Greben, Hutovo, Kamengrad, Maglay, Orašac, Zveča.
In the list of historical sights , which are surely recommended to visit the beautiful city and the capital of the state of Sarajevo , belongs the White Bastion.
White Bastion - description
White Bastion is an ancient fort, which represents a huge historical and architectural value. In the local language, he is referred to as Biela Tabia. Scientists suggest that it was built in 1550. The structure has the form of a rectangle with towers located at its corners. One of the towers is located above the entrance to the fortress. It is remarkably preserved to this day, thanks to the fact that stone was used as a material for its construction. The walls of the fortress have a very large thickness, they have special holes for guns.
The White Bastion is the real pride of its country and is on the register of national monuments of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What is remarkable and where is it located?
White Bastion is located at a very high point. Having reached the destination, you can enjoy a truly impressive panorama. From the fortress has a wonderful view of the historical center of Sarajevo. You can see how on the palm of your hand, the buildings of the old city, which were erected over many centuries.
Panoramic view gives an opportunity to fully appreciate the unusual architecture, which combines western notes (built by the Ottomans quarters) and the eastern (their construction was carried out under the direct influence of Austria-Hungary).
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