Boljuni necropolis

Boljuni is a medieval necropolis containing 274 stone monuments arranged in two groups across about 1 hectare of land. The collection includes various forms such as slabs, chests, gables, and crosses that were built at different times.

The necropolis developed between the 14th and 16th centuries when Vlach people built these monuments. This group was involved in livestock trading and caravan transport, activities that shaped their place in medieval regional society.

The tombstones display carved motifs including rosettes, shields, swords, human figures, hunting scenes, and dancing. These carvings reflect the artistic traditions of medieval Bosnia and show what mattered to the people buried here.

The site sits in open land southwest of Stolac and is easy to reach on foot with good visibility of the monuments. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since the terrain is uneven and prepare for changing weather conditions.

Twenty inscriptions are carved into the monuments, making Boljuni the largest collection of medieval epitaphs among all stećak necropolises in the region. These surviving texts allow visitors to read direct messages from people who lived here hundreds of years ago.

Location: Bjelojevići

Part of: Stećci

GPS coordinates: 43.02790,17.87480

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:24