HAN PIJESAK: SECOND PHASE OF RECONSTRUCTION OF VILLA KARADJORDJEVIĆ BEGINS

In Han Pijesak, construction work has resumed on the second phase of the reconstruction of Villa Karadjordjević, with an estimated value of 1,635,200 KM excluding VAT. The work is expected to be completed within the next six months, weather permitting, according to Nataša Gavrilović, the Head of the Department for Development Management, Economy, Finance, and Social Activities.

Gavrilović added that the contractor, “Jokić - invest” from Zvornik, began work earlier this week. The second phase involves the construction and roofing of the building. The third phase will include the installation of the facade and windows.

Gavrilović reminded that the first phase of the reconstruction was completed during the last construction season, with a cost of around 635,000 KM.

The Mayor of Han Pijesak, Slobodan Đurić, previously stated that the reconstruction of the building is of great significance to the residents of this local community. Han Pijesak is located on a transit route leading to popular tourist destinations such as the Adriatic Sea and Jahorina, with the Igrišta Ski Center nearby.

He noted that many tourists pass through daily and will now have the opportunity to rest, dine, and enjoy the natural beauty of the area, located at an altitude of 1,100 meters, with air rich in ozone and untouched natural landscapes—a true rarity in Europe.

According to Đurić, the summer residence of King Alexander Karadjordjević, known locally as Villa Karadjordjević, is the only royal residence in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Damaged by wartime events and neglect, the villa will be restored to its original state as it appeared in 1922 and 1923 when it was first opened in Han Pijesak.

He added that it will serve as an open-type hospitality facility with accommodation, contributing to the development of tourism and the economy on the Romanija plateau.