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The history behind national costumes in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Villagers in national costumes from the Travnik area in Bosnia (1920-s).

The curiosity about the national costumes and ethnic elements in style of wardrobe is our topic for today. By taking a look at the tradition and ethnic elements in the wardrobe, we are continuously learning about the past.

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Mihrab in the Mosque Architecture, unique work of art

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Mihrab is a semicircular niche in the wall of a mosque that indicates the qibla. The most important element in any mosque is the mihrab, the niche that indicates the direction of Mecca. Because it functions as the focal point in prayer ritual, its decoration was executed with great skill and devotion. The wall in which a mihrab appears is thus the “qibla wall.”

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Walking in Heels, Instruction Guide to Conquer Mostar’s Cobblestones

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The Old Bridge is the most magnificent monument in Mostar and is truly a one of a kind architecture master piece. It was built back in 1566. during the Ottoman rule, and even today this bridge gives the most appeal and it has become the symbol of Mostar.

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