Place to see: Vrelo Bosne, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

About this place:

Vrelo Bosne is a spring and beautifully green park at the source of the River Bosna, twelve kilometers southwest of Sarajevo in the suburb of Ilidža. If you don't have a car, it's best reached by taxi and can be combined with a visit to the War Tunnel Museum. The approach to the park down a long allée/aleja of tall trees is spectacular. Horse and carriage rides are also offered if you're more inclined to ride in. Fancy houses from the Austro-Hungarian period line the aleja, offering a peek into the luxuries of the past. The park itself is a network of paths and bridges over bubbling streams and waterfalls and still pools reflecting the leafy surroundings. It's filled with shade and perfect for a warm summer's day. It's also one of the greenest places on earth. Nearby is the Roman Bridge, also worth looking at. The park has outdoor cafés, which can get crowded on summer weekends, but stray from the beaten track a bit, and it's hard to imagine a more peaceful oasis. If you're spending any length of time in Sarajevo, Vrelo Bosne is a welcome break from the bustle of the city.