For the first time, it opened its gates in the distant 1937. Over the decades, many reconstruction and renovation works were carried out, so that it took its current form. Its capacity is 10,030 seats and it is considered one of the hottest stadiums in Bosnia due to the awesome atmosphere created by the fans of the local team. Nearby you will find cafes and shops for food.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO BANJA LUKA CITY STADIUM
*** BUS: 1
BANJA LUKA: THE GREEN CITY
Its wonderful parks and natural beauties rank it as one of the most beautiful cities in the country. It is at such a point that its geographical position fascinates all those who love sports, hiking and exploring nature. Also the architecture of the city will impress you and make you fall in love with it. The warmth of the inhabitants and the traditional foods will seduce you.
Currency: Konvertible Mark
Calling Code: +387
Nearest airports from city center: Banja Luka Airport (24km), Zagreb Airport (182km), Sarajevo Airport (191km), Mostar Airport (237km), Split Airport (280km), Belgrade Airport (317km), Dubrovnik Airport (349km), Ljubljana Airport (354km), Podgorica Airport (423km), Trieste Airport (443km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** KASTEL FORTRESS (Q58R+J7M, Banja Luka 78000)
It is the oldest and largest monument and fortress in the city. It dates back to antiquity and the Middle Ages. For centuries it was a military and administrative center.
*** MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART OF THE REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA (Trg srpskih junaka 2, Banja Luka 78000)
It opened in 1971 in one of the most beautiful buildings in the city which was once a railway station. It is a national monument of the country. Admire the exhibits of local and foreign artists.
*** MARIASTERN ABBEY (Slatinska 1, Banja Luka 78000)
It was opened in 1925 and is the only Trappist monastery in Southeast Europe.
*** MUSEUM OF REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA (Đure Daničića 1, Banja Luka 78000)
It was founded in 1992 and hosts exhibits from prehistoric times, the Middle Ages, the Ottoman Period and the most modern era. One of the most popular exhibitions is the Jasenovac concentration camp multimedia.
*** PALACE OF THE REPUBLIC (Bana Milosavljevića 4, Banja Luka 78000)
It was built in 1936 and is the seat of the President. It is a historic building and for locals it is the meeting point for city center walks.
*** PARK MLADEN STOJANOVIC (Q6J2+8M9, Dr. Mladena Stojanovića, Banja Luka 78000)
It is the largest park and is an ideal place to relax and take a walk in a green oasis.
*** MUNICIPALITY BUILDING
It is an iconic building of the country built in 1931 and has about 150 rooms. It is now the office of the Mayor of Banja Luka and is one of the most photographed spots in the city.
*** FERHAT PASHA MOSQUE (Q58P+XVQ, Kralja Petra I Karađorđevića, Banja Luka 78000)
It is a historical mosque that was built in the 16th century and after the destruction of 1993 it got its current form in 2016.
*** UKRAINIAN GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH (Q5CV+7HW, Srpska, Banja Luka 78000)
The original temple was demolished in the Second World War and from 1998 the work on its reconstruction began. It is a special temple and a symbol of the city.
*** TEMPLE OF CHRIST THE SAVIOR (Trg srpskih vladara 3, Banja Luka 78000)
It is a beautiful church dating from the 1920s. It was completely destroyed in World War II and restored in 2010. The ruins of the old church were placed in front of the new one.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** See the Crooked clock, which is a memorial clock which stopped working when Banja Luka was struck by a devastating earthquake on October 27th 1969.
*** Take the boat trip with the Dajak which is a unique wooden boat which is up to 9 meters long.
*** Petar Kocic Park is a wonderful green oasis in the center of the city.
*** About half an hour’s drive from the city center is the Ethno Village – Museum Ljubačke Doline. It deserves your attention.
*** The Cathedral of Saint Bonaventure has a special beauty.
*** You should definitely walk to Veselina Masleše.
FOOD AND DRINK
In Banja Luka you can find everything to satisfy your palate. From an Irish pub to the traditional dishes of the city. Be sure to try the meat ćevapi, teletina, jagnjetina, kebabs, ajvar, ispod Saca and the classic sudzuk. Also eat filovane paprika and moussaka. Try the different types of cheese and accompany your food with beer or wine. For dessert don’t forget to order baklava.
WHERE TO STAY
Mostar offers many hotels and apartments for your stay in the city center and a distance of 10 km from the center. The cost of your stay is for all budgets.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Visit the shops of Gospodska Street, which is the oldest and busiest street in the city.
*** If you like water games, then visit the Aquana water park.
*** One of the nicest recreation centers is the Rekreativna zona.
*** For those who like paintball, rafting and walking, then they have come to the right city.
*** Delta Planet Banja Luka, Emporium and Boska are great options for your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot.
CITIES NEAR BANJA LUKA
Major cities close to Banja Luka are Zagreb (187km), Sarajevo (190km), Mostar (232km), Split (252km), Ljubljana (323km), Belgrade (332km), Graz (371km), Dubrovnik (393km), Podgorica (414km), Trieste (419km), Budapest (467km), Timisoara (480km).
