Banja Luka
Banja Luka is Bosnia and Herzegovina's second-largest city and is notable for its trees, gardens, parks, boulevards, and Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman architecture. Banja Luka is the biggest city in Republika Srpska and is located on the Vrbas River.
Gospodska Street, Kastel Fortress, and the Temple of Christ the Saviour are all popular tourist attractions in Banja Luka. People visit this 200,000-strong community in the forested Vrbas River valley for reasons other than seeing the scenery.
No, they come to drink beers and dance to the sounds of the region's famed pounding electro-folk, try Trappist wines in the Pivara Banja Luka monastery (the only one of its sort in the Balkans), and hike the horizon's hiking trails.
Because of the abundant sulfurous hot springs in the area, Banja Luka was granted official resort status. It captivates visitors not just because of the scenery, but also because of the streets, which look like they belong in a medieval fairy tale. There are many old sites in Banja Luka, as well as several outdoor activities.
• Location: Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Timing: Open all day
• Famous for: Gospodska Street, Kastel Fortress, and the Temple of Christ the Saviour
• Entry Fee: Free
• Best Time To Visit: April, May, June, July, August, and September are the ideal months to visit Banja Luka because of the pleasant weather.
