Čitluk, town in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Čitluk is a small town in Herzegovina in southwestern Bosnia and Herzegovina, sitting at about 200 meters elevation. It spreads across a fertile plain surrounded by fields and vineyards, with simply built houses lining its streets.
The first written mention dates to 1306 or 1307 in trade documents with Dubrovnik, when it was known as Brotnjo. The region later fell under Ottoman rule from 1463 as part of the Mostar administrative district, continuing until Austrian-Hungarian administration.
The name Čitluk comes from medieval times when it was known as Brotnjo. Today the town takes pride in its wine-growing traditions and active cultural scene, with organizations like the Croatian Cultural Association Brotnjo regularly organizing performances and exhibitions.
The best time to visit is September when the grape harvest festival takes place and the area comes alive with activity. The town sits on rolling terrain and is easy to explore on foot, allowing time to walk the streets and visit nearby wineries.
Nearby in Gradnicki sit the oldest wine cellars in the region, where white varieties Žilavka and red Blatina have been grown for generations. These native grape varieties are deeply tied to the identity of this area.
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