Prijedor, a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a metropolitan city that is known for marketing and industrial space. Prijedor shares the borders with many European countries and this is one of the reasons that make it even more important in terms of the economics of the city. The country is rich with the heritage of different religions such as Islam, Catholic, and Orthodox Christianity. The city has many amazing tourist spots, and here are the top-5 spots for you to visit.
1- Kozara National Park
Kozara National Park is a national forest in Prijedor and it is surrounded by mountainous hills and dense forests. The park is home to many outdoor activities like hiking, biking, hunting, walking, and herb picking. Also, the 4 beautiful rivers of Una, Sava, Sana, and Vrbas surround Kozara Park and make it even more beautiful and worth visiting. It is a perfect tourism spot for nature lovers.
2- Krupa Waterfalls
Krupa Waterfalls are located between the Banja Luka and Jajce. Krupa waterfalls have the best scenic views when the water falls down from and cascades the beauty of nature in an indescribable way. The aesthetics of the Krupa Waterfalls are unmatchable and mill huts add beauty to the location. Near the Krupa waterfalls, there is a cafe line and parking late from which you will need to take a short stroll to reach the destination of Krupa Waterfalls.
3- Gazanferija Dzamija
As it is told that Prijedor has the Islamic Heritage along with others, so Gazaferija Dzamija is the Islamic Heritage and the national monument of the city. Gazanferija Dzamija is located on the river of Vrbas in Banja Luka. the mosque was built in the 16th century and stands as a witness to many of the calamities such as World war 1, and many other natural mishaps. The mosque has a dome that was destroyed over time but the renovation of the mosque shows the beautiful architecture of the beautifully designed Merhabs, pillars, windows, and portals. Visiting the mosque will give you an insight into the beauty of the Islamic culture and heritage.
4- Eko Centar Ljekarice
Eko Centar Ljekarice is a recreational place that is surrounded by dense trees and offers the beauty of natural scenes. The location of Eko Centar Ljekarice is estimated as it is at a distance of 30km from Prijedor. The place has beautiful lakes, springs, a swimming pool, and food places. The eco-center is the best to visit in summers to enjoy sunbathing and other water recreational activities.
5- Monument to the Revolution
The Monument to the Revolution is the sculpture in the memory of the deceased soldiers. The architecture of the monument is unique and beautiful. The monument of the revolution is located at Mrkovica which is the highest peak of Kozara Mountain. The size of the monument is 33m that shows the love and spirit of the Kozara people. If you want to look at the historical side of Prijedor then you must visit this monument.
