Bascarsija

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Bascarsija is Sarajevo's old bazaar and the historical and cultural center of the city. Bascarsija was built in the 15th century when Isa-Beg Isakovic founded the town. The word Bascarsija derives from the Turkish language. The word "bas" which is "bas" in Turkish literally means "head", in some contexts however also "primary", "main", "capital" and "carsija" which is "carsi" in Turkish means "bazaar" or "market". Due to the large fire in the 19th century, today Bascarsija is half the size that it once was. Bascarsija is located on the north bank of the river Miljacka, in the municipality of Stari Grad. On Bascarsija there are several important historic buildings, such as the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque and sahat-kula. Today Bascarsija is the major tourist attraction of Sarajevo.

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Sarajevo Old Town
12/30/2024

Was looking for a Head title of Sarajevo Old Town and found this! We had a Local guide to brief us i...

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Nice place to chill out and eat here
11/13/2024

Was old town and lovely cafes, food and place to see cobble streets and mosques, cathedral. Amazing ...

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Great experence
11/7/2024

“Baščaršija is a vibrant and historic gem! Walking through the cobbled streets, surrounded by Ottoma...

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