For over a millennium, Bosnia stood proudly as an independent state, replete with its own ruling dynasty, the Kotromanićs. This illustrious line safeguarded Bosnia’s sovereignty, culture, and traditions until the Ottoman incursion in 1463. Their reign, deeply rooted in local origin, spanned from the nation’s inception to its medieval zenith.
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Blessed with incredible natural beauty, the central Bosnian city of Jajce was once home to kings and queens. Today, the city remains a remnant of the independent Bosnian kingdom, complete with an old quarter, fortified walls, and a magnificent waterfall that feeds to the rivers below.
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The academic in me writhed in pain even at the idea of writing something like this. An uncited, cliff-note style summary of hundreds of years of rich Bosnian history? To top it off, incredibly well written with a sharp sense of humor? (OK, maybe not). Don’t do it. Just don’t. It’s not worth it. It goes against everything you’ve been trained to do.
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Bosnian History 