Bosnia & Herzegovina: Tour of the History Death in Middle Ages
Dive into a unique cultural experience and explore the fascinating world of medieval Bosnia and Herzegovina. The complex history of this area has provided an uncommon blend of cultures and traditions which, at the time considered heretic, are now the best example of the complexity of the peoples of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The relationship people had with death has changed immensely trough history and many common ideas and doctrines from the medieval period are now forgotten. Use this opportunity to discover them while seeing the most important artifacts ever found in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The tour is lead by the curators from the Medieval Department so all questions you might have will certainly be answered.
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Bosnia & Herzegovina: Tour of the History Death in Middle Ages
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National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Commonly known as the Dark ages the medieval period in Bosnia and Herzegovina is a mysterious and little-known topic. Explore the relationship of medieval European people and death as the Church influenced everyday life during this period to an extent that is hard to understand today. What were the burial practices, what was considered a ticket to Heaven, what was considered a ticket to Hell? Discovery to fascinating world of medieval tombstones stećci; specific for the, at that time from the Vatican standpoint, heretic Bosnian Church. The National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina holds a vast collection from medieval period and the majority of the collection is actually related to death and burial traditions. The tour will feature a curated visit to the frontal garden of the Museum, the Botanical Garden, the Medieval period permanent exhibition and will end in the room of the Sarajevo Haggadah where the priceless and rare pieces of burial textiles from this period are displayed.
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- Escorted entrance by a Guide
- Skip-the-Line Admission
- Museum Ticket (10 EUR)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Curator will be waiting for you in front of National Museum of Bosnia and Hercegovina.
