Bascarsija is Sarajevos old Ottoman bazaar and the historical heart of the city, founded in the 15th century. The largest Turkish bazaar in the Balkans features narrow cobblestone streets, traditional craft shops, the iconic Sebilj fountain, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, and authentic Bosnian cuisine. The name means main bazaar in Turkish.
Free to walk around. Shops, cafes have own prices. Haggling common
Morning for photography and craft shops. Evening for restaurant atmosphere. Summer for liveliest streets
City center on north bank of Miljacka River. Walk from anywhere in central Sarajevo. Tram to Bascarsija stop
Atmospheric Ottoman bazaar with mosques, fountains, craft workshops and authentic local cuisine. Wander narrow streets discovering copperware, textiles and traditional sweets
Bazaar open 24/7. Shops typically 9-20. Best summer evenings
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Traditional copper coffee sets (džezva and fildžan), handmade jewelry, kilim rugs, and Turkish delight. Kazandžiluk street has best coppersmith workshops.
Ćevapi are grilled minced meat sausages served in flatbread (somun) with onion and kajmak cream. Ćevabdžinica Željo and Hodža are most famous - expect queues.
Useful tips for visiting Bascarsija
Try cevapi at Cevabdzinica Zeljo. Buy Bosnian coffee set on Kazandziluk (Coppersmith Street). Drink from Sebilj fountain - legend says you will return. Best photos at Pigeon Square
City center on north bank of Miljacka River. Walk from anywhere in central Sarajevo. Tram to Bascarsija stop
Atmospheric Ottoman bazaar with mosques, fountains, craft workshops and authentic local cuisine. Wander narrow streets discovering copperware, textiles and traditional sweets
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