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Bosnia takes its name from the Bosna River that runs through the country

A bit of culture...

Removing one's shoes is customary in Muslim households; the host family will provide slippers.

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The capital of Bosnia is Sarajevo.

The 14th Winter Olympic Games took place in Sarajevo in 1984

The Bosnian alphabet has 30 letters...



Hercegovina was named after the word ‘herceg’ which means duke. This was the person who ruled the south part of the country.


A bit of culture...

Kissing is a common form of greeting for both men and women. Three kisses on alternating cheeks are customary.




   
   

 

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