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Day 1. I got up early in the morning, packed my suitcase, got in my car, and set off on my way. First on my list was the small historic town of Mostar. Of the historical sites, I would like to be the first The oldest bridge in Mostar. No matter how many times you cross the Old Bridge, every crossing is an exciting experience. On the other side are the stairs leading to the oldest mosque in Mostar: the Ceyvan-Cehaj mosque, which is also the place where you can find authentic paintings and copper or bronze engraved paintings of the Old Bridge, pomegranates (the natural symbol of Herzegovina) or the famous stećak tombstones (medieval tombstones) monuments). Among the sights of this small town, I also visited the Muslibegović House National Monument, Old Orthodox Church - Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. After that I visited a restaurant where they make the best Turkish coffee. Only a few hours drive, in the heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina, I arrive in one of the most historically interesting cities in Europe. A city where the Western and Eastern worlds merge and where many faiths meet in one place. Sarajevo - the heart of Bosnia. Day 2. I start my day like most locals with a cup of real, strong Bosnian coffee in one of the 1300 coffee bars in the whole of Sarajevo. Coffee is the backbone of Sarajevo's social life, and it is brewed so that the finely ground coffee is overflowed with hot water. It is served in small cups and with a few cubes of sugar. Interestingly, the coffee in Sarajevo is not cooked but roasted. After coffee, I visit the Latin Bridge, or Princip's Bridge, the site of World War I. Not far from the bridge is the main Sarajevo promenade and shopping street of Ferhadija. You will find many small, great boutiques here. Then I go to Baščaršija, which exudes a special atmosphere and I take the opportunity to try a traditional lunch. One of the better choices is Bosnian House, a restaurant serving local specialties. All in all, it's time to get out into nature and get to know Sarajevo a little differently. At the entrance to Sarajevo is the Hot Springs of Bosnia, a well-known tourist destination for all those who enjoy nature. It is the source of the river Bosna, a park full of animals like ducks and swans. A wonderful place to relax and stay outdoors with a picnic. After enjoying and relaxing in nature, it is time to regain strength in the body. Drop by on Baščaršija and choose one of the many restaurants and try Sarajevo's famous ćevapi. After dinner, I find my place in one of the many cafes, grab a hookah and relax after a full day of exploring. Day 3. On the second day in Sarajevo, much remains to be seen, but first and foremost there is breakfast and coffee. When the sun came up, I head first to the Avaz Twist Tower. The top (or lookout) is reached by one of the fastest lifts in Europe, which can be climbed at a speed of as much as five meters per second (they explained to me on the information desk). From the top of the tower there is a magnificent view of the whole of Sarajevo. They also explained to me that the Avaz Tower is listed among the ten most beautiful buildings in the world. On the penultimate floor of the lookout there is a restaurant. Coffee and cake with magnificent views of Sarajevo? Well why not. A tour of the tower is followed by shopping at the SCC Center. The center spans 4 floors. Anyone can find something to their liking. After shopping followed by lunch. After lunch it's time to go home. It was amazing little trip. I can't wait the other little adventure.