Discover the architectural wonders of Sarajevo, a city that bears the vivid scars of its complex history. From hosting the 1984 Winter Olympics to enduring a brutal civil war in the 1990s, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina has woven its tumultuous past into its urban fabric. Today, this modern metropolis harmoniously combines the remnants of Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian influence along with the striking architecture of the Yugoslav socialist era. In this captivating architectural guide, explore 150 landmarks spanning the last century, carefully divided into four enlightening chapters. Immerse yourself in the city's rich cultural heritage as the authors effortlessly navigate and bring to life the diverse architectural tapestry of Sarajevo. With detailed maps provided, you'll have no trouble pinpointing each building's exact location, allowing for an in-depth exploration of the city's architectural treasures. Whether you're a passionate traveller or an avid enthusiast of architecture, this guide will be your trusty companion as you unveil the extraordinary tales etched onto the walls of Sarajevo. Experience the city's history unfold before your eyes and be inspired by its resilient spirit, as it continues to shape and redefine its captivating skyline.

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Hubert Klumpner is an architect and co-founder of Urbanthinktank_next. He is considered one of the originators of the social turn, a movement that had its breakthrough in 2010 with the Small Scale, Big Change: New Architectures of Social Engagement exhibition at MoMa, New York. He is the Architecture and Urban Design Professor at the Swiss Institute of Technology / Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich. Urbanthinktank has received numerous awards and prizes such as the Golden Lion of the Venice Architecture Biennale, the Gold Holcim Award Latin America, and the Award for the Best Educational Building from the Chicago Museum of Architecture and Design. Recent built projects include Fabrica de Cultura and the ONDA Green Corridor Project in Medellin, Colombia