culture
February 18, 2026
STARI MOST IN MOSTAR DECLARED THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BRIDGE IN THE WORLD A symbol of the city and an architectural masterpiece
The recognizable bridge in Mostar has received an important recognition.
TL;DR
- The Old Bridge in Mostar has been named the most beautiful bridge in the world by Time Out magazine.
- The stone arch bridge over the Neretva River was built in 1566 and destroyed in 1993.
- It was reconstructed between 2001 and 2004 with international funding and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- The bridge is described as a 'symbol of reconciliation, international cooperation, and coexistence'.
- The city of Mostar is named after the Old Bridge, and a traditional diving competition takes place annually.
- Other impressive bridges mentioned by Time Out include those in India, Zimbabwe, Vietnam, USA, Iran, Switzerland, Norway, Canada, and Denmark.
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