Tešanj, Administrative municipality in Zenica-Doboj Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Tešanj is a municipality in Zenica-Doboj Canton, Bosnia and Herzegovina, situated along the Tešanjka River at about 230 meters elevation. Hills surround the area, positioning it conveniently between the larger cities of Zenica, Tuzla, and Banja Luka.
The settlement first appeared in written records in 1461 through a royal charter and served as the center of the Bosnian Kingdom from 1463 to 1476. This period as a royal seat left a lasting mark on the area's development and importance.
The Ferhadija Mosque from 1563 shapes the town's character and reflects the community's long spiritual roots. A working clock tower from the 17th century also stands in the central area, where locals and visitors often gather.
The municipality has a robust economy with several manufacturing companies producing various industrial goods and maintaining low unemployment. Visitors will find well-established local services and infrastructure that support everyday activities.
The Eminagić House, dating from the late 17th century, stands as the town's oldest residential structure and displays traditional building techniques of that era. Its well-preserved details offer insight into how people lived during the Ottoman period.
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