Old Ortodox Church, Sarajevo

Name: Old Ortodox Church
Address: Mula Mustafe Bašeskije 59, Sarajevo, 71000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Telephone: +387 33 571-065

#49 among attractions in Sarajevo

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The Church of the Holy Archangels Michael and Gabriel, also known as the Old Orthodox Church, is a Serbian Orthodox church in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It was first mentioned in Ottoman sources dating to 1539. The Church was, however, built on older foundations). ()

Local name: Stara pravoslavna crkva u Sarajevu Completed: 1539 (485 years ago)Coordinates: 43°51'37"N, 18°25'48"E

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Mula Mustafe Bašeskije 59Centar (Bjelave)Sarajevo 71000 Bosnia and Herzegovina

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+387 33 571-065

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Old Ortodox Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Old Ortodox Church?

Nearby attractions include Morića Han, Sarajevo (2 min walk), Sarači street, Sarajevo (2 min walk), Baščaršija, Sarajevo (3 min walk), Gazi Husrev-beg Library, Sarajevo (3 min walk).

How to get to Old Ortodox Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Old Ortodox Church:

Tram

Baščaršija • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5 (2 min walk)
Vijećnica • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5 (5 min walk)

Bus

Katedrala • Lines: Bus (7 min walk)
Banka • Lines: Bus (14 min walk)

Trolleybus

Trg Austrije • Lines: 101, 103, 104 (7 min walk)
Jezero • Lines: 102, 107 (36 min walk)