Čobanija Bridge, Iron bridge over Miljacka River in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Čobanija Bridge is an iron structure spanning the Miljacka River, connecting Kulovića Street on the right bank to Čobanija Street on the left bank. Located near the National Theater and Main Post Office, it serves as a key crossing point for both vehicles and pedestrians in the city center.
The iron structure was built in 1887 during the Austro-Hungarian period, replacing a wooden bridge from 1557 constructed by Čoban Hasan Vojvoda. The original site was marked by repeated flooding from the Miljacka River, which had caused earlier structures to collapse multiple times.
The bridge returned to its original name after being called Masarikov Most between 1921 and 1994, honoring Czech statesman Tomáš Masaryk. This naming history reflects how Sarajevo has marked important political figures through its streets and structures.
The bridge was completely renovated in 1998 following war damage and is now in good condition for pedestrians and vehicles. When visiting, keep in mind that it is a heavily used central crossing, especially during peak hours.
A previous structure called the Šejhanija Bridge once stood at this location but was repeatedly washed away by flooding from the Miljacka River. The construction of the current iron structure was a direct response to the need for a permanent crossing that could withstand these repeated natural disasters.
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