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Počitelj Citadel is the fortified part of the historic walled town of Počitelj on the left bank of the Neretva River in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The town is believed to have been founded by King Stjepan Tvrtko I in 1383, then developed through medieval and Ottoman phases; it fell to the Ottomans after a siege in 1471 and remained within the empire until 1878. The citadel is part of a protected national monument and proposed heritage site.
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Where is Počitelj Citadel located?
Počitelj Citadel stands above the historic town of Počitelj beside the Neretva River in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is near Čapljina and the main road between Mostar and the Adriatic coast.
Who founded Počitelj Citadel?
The fortification is traditionally associated with Bosnian King Tvrtko I Kotromanić and is commonly dated to 1383. The Ottomans later expanded the settlement with structures including a mosque, medresa, bathhouse, clock tower, and inn.
Why did Počitelj Citadel matter strategically?
Its hillside position allowed it to watch an important route linking the Adriatic coast with the Bosnian interior. Ottoman control began in 1471, after which Počitelj developed a distinctive Ottoman architectural character.
What can visitors see at Počitelj today?
Visitors can walk through the medieval fortress and climb toward the tower for views over Počitelj and the Neretva valley. The surrounding historic settlement preserves Ottoman-era buildings alongside the older defensive walls.
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