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title: "Stories, guides & fun facts from Sarajevo"
url: "https://roses.ba/blog"
description: "Stories, guides and facts from Sarajevo: war history, travel tips and local stories, told by the licensed guides of the Roses of Sarajevo tour."
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The Journal

# Stories, guides & fun facts from Sarajevo

Notes from our guides on the history, memory and everyday details behind the Roses of Sarajevo tour.

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[Tips·August 11, 2026 Essential Travel Tips for Sarajevo Plan a safe and memorable trip to Sarajevo with practical advice on the best time to visit, transport, accommodation, food, attractions, outdoor activities, currency, and local etiquette.](/blog/tips/essential-travel-tips-for-sarajevo)[Guides' Stories·July 3, 2026 Meet Your Guides: Local, Licensed, and Deeply Connected Experience Sarajevo's siege through the voices and memories of certified and licensed guides connected to its wartime history.](/blog/guides-stories/meet-your-guides)[History·April 6, 2026 War Tour Sarajevo - A Journey Through Wartime Memories and Resilience Experience Sarajevo through the stories of those who lived through the war. Explore key sites, hear personal memories, and discover how the city and its people endured years of siege. This powerful tour offers an authentic perspective on Sarajevo’s wartime history, resilience, survival, and the lasting impact of the conflict.](/blog/history/war-tour-sarajevo-journey-through-wartime-memories-and-resilience)[History·October 11, 2024 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympic Games Discover how the 1984 Winter Olympic Games transformed Sarajevo, from its mountain venues and Olympic villages to Vučko, Jure Franko, and the legacy visitors can explore today.](/blog/history/1984-sarajevo-winter-olympic-games)[Tips·September 28, 2023 From Sarajevo to Lukomir Village Discover the beauty of Bjelašnica on an unforgettable hike from Umoljani to Lukomir, Bosnia's most isolated mountain village. Follow scenic trails through breathtaking landscapes, experience traditional rural life, taste homemade specialties, and enjoy spectacular views of the Rakitnica Canyon. Suitable for beginners and experienced hikers, this journey combines nature, culture, and authentic Bosnian hospitality.](/blog/tips/from-sarajevo-to-lukomir-village)[Guides' Stories·October 2, 2022 Sting on Roses tour Discover how Art and Tours Sarajevo guided music legend Sting through a 2-day private tour, including the Tunnel of Hope Museum, Baščaršija & Trebević.](/blog/guides-stories/sting-on-roses-tour)[Fun Facts·February 25, 2022 Sarajevo During Ramadan Discover Sarajevo during Ramadan, from sunset cannon fire and open-air iftars at the Yellow Fortress to somun, Bosnian coffee, and the illuminated streets of Baščaršija.](/blog/fun-facts/sarajevo-during-ramadan)