Bosnia and Herzegovina
Christmas Tree of Bosnia-Herzegovina
Traditional Bosnia-Herzegovina Christmas Greeting: Srethi Prazhici (Happy Holidays)
Depending upon religious affiliation, some Bosnians celebrate Christmas, while others celebrate New Year’s Day.
Traditional holiday foods include pojaca and hjleb, tasty traditional breads.
Sarma (a cabbage, beef and rice dish) is also served for the holidays.
Money of Bosnia and Herzegovina
What Is the Bosnia-Herzegovina Convertible Mark (BAM)?
The Bosnia-Herzegovina Convertible Mark (BAM) is the national currency of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is comprised of 100 subunits called fenings and was first introduced in 1995.
Bosnia and Herzegovina - Religions
Historically, part of the Turkish Empire from the 15th century, the provinces of Bosnia and Herzegovina passed into the control of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1878. Following World War II, they were incorporated into the Yugoslavian federation.