BANJA LUKA MOUNTAINEERS EMBRACE JADOVNIK AND VISUĆ GRAD: BETWEEN LEGENDS AND REALITY

Banja Luka mountaineers, members of the Abonos association, were left mesmerized by the natural beauty of Mount Jadovnik, nestled between Bosansko Grahovo and Drvar.

PHOTO: PU Abonos

PHOTO: PU Abonos

PHOTO: PU Abonos

During their recent expedition, the group also explored Visuć Grad, better known as the Black Queen, a medieval fortress overlooking the Unac River valley in Šipovljana, near Drvar. This historical site provided insight into the rich past of the region.

- The members of the Nagređe Crna Kraljica association introduced us to the fascinating history of Visuć Grad, stated representatives from Abonos. 

Archaeological findings revealed that the site of the current fortress once housed a Roman settlement, confirmed by the discovery of a 'Roman graveyard' containing earlier Roman artifacts, as well as remnants of an Iron Age hillfort built by the Illyrians.

This expedition once again highlighted the richness and diversity of the cultural and historical heritage that Bosnia and Herzegovina has to offer, while emphasizing the importance of preserving these valuable sites.