Olovo, Municipality in Zenica-Doboj Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Olovo is a municipality in Zenica-Doboj Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina, sprawling across mountainous terrain. Three rivers—Stupčanica, Krivaja, and Bioštica—flow through the area, shaping the natural landscape.
The name comes from lead mining traditions documented as early as 1382 under the Latin name Plumbum, which shaped the medieval economy. This extractive activity made the area an important center that drew people over many centuries.
Bull wrestling competitions take place regularly throughout the year in Olovo, drawing participants and spectators from across the region. These gatherings reflect how the local community keeps traditional practices alive as part of everyday life.
The location sits about 50 kilometers northeast of Sarajevo along the main road to Tuzla and is easy to access. Visitors will find accommodation, basic services, and thermal facilities with natural mineral springs.
Natural thermal springs with mineral-rich waters flow along the Krivaja River and are connected to Roman times. These springs continue to draw visitors today who seek the healing properties of these mineral waters.
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