Stari Most (Old Bridge)
Mostar
Stari Most, or the Old Bridge, is a 16th-century Ottoman bridge in the city of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is a symbol of the city's resilience and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture.
Top 5 Facts
- Stari Most was originally built in 1566 by the Ottoman architect Mimar Hayruddin.
- The bridge was destroyed during the Bosnian War in 1993 and was reconstructed in 2004.
- It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its cultural significance.
- The bridge is 29 meters long and stands 24 meters above the Neretva River.
- Stari Most is famous for its diving tradition, where locals and visitors jump into the river below.
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