⏳ The Week ⌛️
We have spent the past 6 days hosting returning guests from the Franconia region of northern Bavaria in Germany.
Chris, together with his son Jake, daughter Hannah and her boyfriend Lukas based themselves with us here in the village and took to opportunity to explore Banja Luka, Travnik, the Kozara National park and Jajce.
I managed to persuade Hannah to chat with me for a Coffee Talk Podcast episode
where she shares her experiences exploring this unique country with her family.
From the stunning landscapes to the warm hospitality of the people, Hannah recounts the cultural differences she encountered, discovering Banja Luka, historic sites, and the delicious cevapi she couldn't resist.
Listen to her insightful reflections on history, culture, and travel.
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🥘 The Taste 👩🍳
Delicious Homemade Banjalučki Ćevap
Ćevap or Ćevapi are the national grilled meat specialty for Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Ćevap has a long history in the Balkans. The first Ćevap was brought here by the Ottomans. The Ottomans occupied the country, and the region, from 1463 to 1878. Bosnia and Herzegovina has the longest history of Ćevap making and there are varieties among the cities.
⛫ Experiencing Banja Luka ⛫
Danilo Bosnić, one of GoodHost Banja Luka guides you around the “Kastel”. ⬇️
✍️ From The Blog ✍️
Rediscovering Prčanj and Kotor
Welcome to the this edition of This Week in the Balkans For the first time in over 4 years, we are back in the Prčanj, Donji Stoliv area. Things have changed that's for sure, but it’s nice to be back that's for sure. Prčanj Prčanj, is a charming coastal town that offers a captivating blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural richness. Exploring Prčanj is like stepping into a time capsule that showcases the region's intriguing past and picturesque landscapes.
🎙️ From The Podcast 🎧
Exploring Spomeniks: The Brutalist Monuments of Former Yugoslavia
In this episode, I discuss the brutalist Spomenik monuments of the former Yugoslavia with Donald Niebel - founder of the Spomenik Database. Donald is an environmental scientist turned researcher from the United States. We delve into the historical significance, architectural design, and location details of these unique, massive structures.
📽️ From The Vlog 📹
📈 The Survey 📊
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