Višegrad
The Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge (1577) over the Drina, a UNESCO site and the bridge of Ivo Andrić's Nobel-winning novel.
- Best time
- May–Sep
- How long
- Half day
- From Sarajevo
- ≈ 2 h by car
What to see
- The Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge
- Andrićgrad, a stone town built for the writer
- Boat trips on the Drina
How to visit
Walk across the eleven arches of the bridge, built by the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan for Grand Vizier Mehmed Paša Sokolović. Stop at the kapija, the widened stone terrace in the middle, which plays a central role in Andrić's novel.
Practical information
- Getting there
On the road from Sarajevo to Serbia, about 2 hours from Sarajevo. Buses run daily.
- Tickets
The bridge and Andrićgrad are free; boat trips are paid.
- Parking
Car parks by the river near Andrićgrad.
Prices and hours change. Check before you go.
Local tip: Read The Bridge on the Drina before you go. The stone sofa in the middle of the bridge is still there.
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