12. Bosnia and Herzegovina's Stari Most
Stari Most Overview
Location: Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Founded: 1566 (reconstructed in 2004)
Cost: $13 million
The Stari Most, or Old Bridge, was originally built in 1566 and has withstood centuries of conflict and history in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its resilience was tested when it was destroyed in 1993 during the Bosnian War. Symbolizing the tenacity and unity of the city, the bridge was meticulously reconstructed using traditional techniques and reopened in 2004.
Location: Mostar, Bosnia & Herzegovina
Founded: 1566 (reconstructed in 2004)
Cost: $13 million
The Stari Most, or Old Bridge, was originally built in 1566 and has withstood centuries of conflict and history in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its resilience was tested when it was destroyed in 1993 during the Bosnian War. Symbolizing the tenacity and unity of the city, the bridge was meticulously reconstructed using traditional techniques and reopened in 2004.
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