Náboženské pamiatky v Jajce

Sacred Sites and Landmarks

This collection highlights the diverse religious heritage of Jajce, featuring sites from the medieval, Ottoman, and modern eras. It includes the Esma Sultana Mosque, the only mosque in Bosnia and Herzegovina named after a woman, and the ruins of St. Mary's Church, the coronation site of the last Bosnian king. The list also covers the significant pilgrimage site of Podmilačje and several historic neighborhood mosques, reflecting the city's long-standing coexistence of Islamic and Christian traditions.

Sacred Sites and Landmarks — Mapa

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Džamija sultanije Esme

Built in 1753, this is the only mosque in Bosnia and Herzegovina named after a woman. It is a National Monument featuring a central dome and a stone minaret.

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B

Ženska džamija

Also known as the Dizdar Mosque, this 19th-century structure is located near the fortress and is characterized by its small dimensions and wooden minaret.

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C

Okića džamija

A historic neighborhood mosque located within the old town core of Jajce.

D

Šamića džamija

An Ottoman-era mosque serving one of Jajce's historical residential neighborhoods.

E

Hadadan džamija

A historic mosque in the old town, reconstructed following its destruction in the 1990s.

F

Church of the Assumption

A Franciscan church and monastery complex. The modern building stands near the site of earlier historic structures.

G

Church of St John

Located in Podmilačje, this is one of the oldest and most significant Catholic pilgrimage sites in the Balkans, known for its midsummer healing ceremonies.

H

Church of St John

The 15th-century Gothic chapel at Podmilačje, rebuilt after its destruction in 1992. It remains a focal point for regional pilgrims.

I

Crkva sv. Marije

A 12th-century medieval church and coronation site of King Stjepan Tomašević. It features the Romanesque St. Luke’s Bell Tower and was later converted into a mosque.

J

Džamija Lendići

A local mosque serving the Lendići settlement outside the main town center.

K

Ramadan begova džamija

A small neighborhood mosque located in the vicinity of the Jajce fortress.

L

Mezarje Baščeluci

A historical Muslim cemetery featuring traditional stone nišan tombstones.

M

Katoličko groblje

A local Catholic cemetery serving the Christian community of Jajce.