Sniper Alley, Sarajevo
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"Sniper Alley" was the informal name primarily for streets Zmaja od Bosne Street and Meša Selimović Boulevard, the main boulevard in Sarajevo which during the Bosnian War was lined with snipers' posts, and became infamous as a dangerous place for civilians to traverse. The road connects the industrial part of the city to the Old Town's cultural and historic sites. The boulevard itself has many high-rise buildings giving sniper shooters extensive fields of fire. ()
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Zmaja od BosneNovo Sarajevo (Grbavica)Sarajevo
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Day trips
Sniper Alley – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: BBI Centar, Sarajevo City Center, Skenderija, Eternal Flame.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Sniper Alley?
Nearby attractions include Skenderija Bridge, Sarajevo (1 min walk), Ars Aevi, Sarajevo (3 min walk), Dom Mladih, Sarajevo (3 min walk), Ali Pasha Mosque, Sarajevo (4 min walk).
How to get to Sniper Alley by public transport?
The nearest stations to Sniper Alley:
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Tram
- Skenderija • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 (4 min walk)
- Park • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5 (5 min walk)
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- Park • Lines: Bus (5 min walk)
- Marijin Dvor • Lines: Bus (8 min walk)
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- Sarajevo (20 min walk)
Trolleybus
- Trg Austrije • Lines: 101, 103, 104 (21 min walk)