The Eternal Flame is a memorial dedicated to military and civilian victims of World War II, unveiled on April 6, 1946 - the first anniversary of Sarajevos liberation from Nazi occupation. The copper basin shaped like a laurel wreath burns continuously with natural gas. The plaque commemorates joint liberation efforts by Bosnian, Croatian, Montenegrin and Serbian brigades.
Free outdoor memorial. Open 24/7
Any time. April 6 for annual commemoration ceremony. Evening for atmospheric lighting
City center at junction of Ferhadija pedestrian street and Marsala Tita. Walk from Bascarsija or tram stop Katedrala
Simple but meaningful WWII memorial at central intersection. Continuously burning flame in copper laurel wreath basin. Brief stop on city walk
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It honors military and civilian victims of WWII and the liberation of Sarajevo on April 6, 1945 from Nazi German and fascist Croatian occupation. Annual ceremonies held on this date.
Yes, notably on January 2, 2011 when revelers accidentally extinguished it during New Year celebrations. It was relit within 20 seconds by a passing tourist.
Useful tips for visiting Eternal Flame
Stop briefly on walk between Bascarsija and western city. Read inscriptions in three colors of Yugoslav flag. Part of main pedestrian route through center
City center at junction of Ferhadija pedestrian street and Marsala Tita. Walk from Bascarsija or tram stop Katedrala
Simple but meaningful WWII memorial at central intersection. Continuously burning flame in copper laurel wreath basin. Brief stop on city walk
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