Panoramic view of the historic Stari Most stone bridge arching over the turquoise Neretva River in Mostar, with tourists on the bridge and Ottoman stone buildings with mosque minarets visible along the riverbanks and hills in the background

Stari Most Bridge Over Neretva River in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

The iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), a 16th-century Ottoman stone arch bridge, spans the Neretva River in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, with tourists walking across and historic stone buildings lining the riverbanks.

A Bridge Through History

The Stari Most has connected the two sides of Mostar since 1566, surviving wars and reconstruction to remain a symbol of unity and cultural heritage.

Architectural Marvel

Built by Ottoman architect Mimar Hayruddin, the single-span stone arch demonstrates medieval engineering excellence with its elegant curve rising above the emerald Neretva River.

Living Monument

Today, visitors from around the world walk the ancient bridge, exploring the cobblestone streets and Ottoman-era buildings that have defined this Balkan crossroads for centuries.

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