Kravica Waterfall is a large tufa cascade on the Trebižat River, in the karstic heartland of Herzegovina in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is 10 kilometres south of Ljubuški and 40 kilometres south of Mostar. Its height is about 25 metres and the radius of the lake in the base of the waterfall is 120 metres.

Pocitelj

Počitelj is just about as picturesque as Herzegovina gets, a village built into the side of a hill 30km south of Mostar, just 4km north of Čapljina. Private transport is a must, although much like Kravice you can try your hand at getting to Čapljina and then hitchhiking (or even walking) the short distance back. What awaits is a village of serious beauty, perfect for wandering the narrow streets that lead up the hill to the top of the village, where one of the region’s great views awaits. The Hajji Alija Mosque sets the scene, as the magnificent Kula stretches high in the background. Pocitelj can get quite busy in the summer — as can everywhere in Herzegovina — but it is also somewhere that can occasionally feel entirely yours.

Mostar Old Bridge

Passing through the gates of the ancient bridge, it is as if back to the 16th century, the impression of the Ottoman Turkish Empire is blown across the face. The Old City of Mostar is the center of Herzegovina. It was almost destroyed during the Civil War in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In 1993, the ancient bridge was broken by blasting. Although the ancient city has been repaired, the wounds of the war still remain in the hearts of residents of different religions on both sides of the river. Summer Station On the bridge, there is a very exciting diving performance. Performers who collect 5 euros will jump into the river once.

Mostar’s old town isn’t the largest in Bosnia and Herzegovina but it packs plenty of punch, helped no end by a ‘small but perfectly formed’ aesthetic that is held together the country’s most remarkable bridge. The old part of the city is essentially three cobblestone streets, each lined with old stores, restaurants and cafes that open throughout the day. It can be quite difficult walking on the cobbles during summer, but watch your step and you’ll be more than fine. This is where most of the major tourist action takes place in the city.

Blagaj

This famous old town sits less than 20 minutes south of Mostar, a short drive or bus away, and what awaits is an integral part of Bosniak culture that is a must for anyone with even the vaguest interest in the country. The Tekija is the main event, a sort-of-monastery-but-actually-a-house-of-education, hidden at the foot of a cliff that just happens to give birth to a river. You’ve probably seen photos of it. Those snaps don’t do it justice though, so get yourself here and prepare to be changed. The restaurant opposite the Tekija does a magnificent mixed grill too, if you’re hungry. The Blagaj Fortress sits on top of the town, for all you history buffs.