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Banja Luka, Administrative center in northern Bosnia and Herzegovina

Banja Luka extends along both banks of the Vrbas River, containing numerous green spaces and modernized districts at an elevation of 163 meters.

The city, first documented in 1494, developed as a significant military center during Ottoman rule and became the capital of Republika Srpska after 1992.

The Museum of Modern Art of Republika Srpska maintains collections of regional artworks while the National Theatre presents regular performances throughout the year.

The new Go Parking application enables visitors to pay for parking spaces using bank cards across the central districts of Banja Luka.

The Kastel fortress, positioned at the confluence of Vrbas and Vrbanja rivers, features 50 new benches and updated illumination systems.

Location: Republika Srpska

Inception: February 6, 1494

Elevation above the sea: 163 m

Website: https://banjaluka.rs.ba

GPS coordinates: 44.77208,17.19177

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:23

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