Konjic

The early history of Konjic dates back 4 millennia, with remains of various settlements dating back 2000 years ago found along the Neretva river. Its existence was first recorded by the Republic of Ragusa in 1382. The city was later incorporated in the Ottoman Empire, which left it Islamic architecture and its Ottoman bridge. During Austro-Hungarian occupation, Konjic adopted a European architectural style which forms a blend with Ottoman architecture as seen in many cities and towns around Herzegovina. After the First World War, which was triggered by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in nearby Sarajevo, Konjic became part of Yugoslavia. During the Cold War, the city was selected by president Josip Broz Tito for his military command centre, therefore known as Tito's Bunker, which is today its best known tourist attraction. The bunker opened in May 2011 for the first edition of the Bijenale, a bi-annual contemporary art exhibition in the bunker. Konjic developed near the eastern end of Jablanica Lake, along the Neretva river. Its location in the Neretva valley forced it to remain a thin strip of residential and industrial areas along the river shores. Those visiting Herzegovina from Bosnia must pass through Konjic, either by rail or road, giving the city a strategic role. The most comfortable way to reach Konjic is by train, which stop at the 43.6569517.961421 Zeljeznicka stanica Konjic station....