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Etnographic Museum Jajce: A Window into Bosnian Heritage

Discover Jajce's cultural roots: Explore traditions, artifacts, and history at the Ethnographic Museum, a treasure of Bosnian heritage.

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The Ethnographic Museum in Jajce offers a glimpse into the region's rich cultural heritage, showcasing traditional life, customs, and historical artifacts in a preserved historic school building. It's a must-see for those seeking to understand the traditions of Jajce and its people.

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Local tips

  • Visit the Bosnian town room to see how urban families lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  • Check out the museum's gift shop for unique, handcrafted souvenirs from the weaving and embroidery workshops.
  • Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Church of St. Mary and St. Luke's Bell Tower and the Catacombs for a comprehensive historical tour.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Ethnographic Museum is located in Jajce's Old Town at Svetog Luke 15, easily accessible on foot from most central locations. From the Pliva Waterfall, walk east, following the main road through the Old Town; the museum will be on your right, before you reach the Church of St. Mary. The walk is short but uphill.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available throughout Jajce and can drop you off directly in front of the museum at Svetog Luke 15. A short taxi ride from the bus station or Pliva Lakes should cost approximately 5-8 KM. Keep in mind there is no public transport in Jajce.

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The Ethnographic Museum Jajce, nestled in the historic heart of Jajce at Svetog Luke 15, provides a captivating look into the cultural heritage of the region. Housed within the building of the First Primary School, a national monument, the museum itself adds a layer of historical significance to the experience. The museum aims to present the customs, traditions, and cultural heritage of the Jajce region, highlighting the people who have left their mark on its rich history. Exhibits showcase various aspects of life in Jajce and its surroundings. A highlight is the Bosnian town room, created at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, offering insight into the culture of life and interior design among the urban population of the 1930s. On the second floor, a Geological, petrographic, and mineralogical collection displays the natural resources of the Jajce area. The museum also hosts weaving and embroidery workshops, preserving these traditional crafts, and offers the works for purchase in the gift shop. The museum is located near the Church of St. Mary with St. Luke's Bell Tower and the Catacombs.

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