The foundation of Tešanj Castle was started even before the Romans conquered the region. Exact dates are unknown. It was later enhanced by the Romans, Slavs and the Ottoman forces. It has been primarily a defensive fortification. Tešanj Castle is one of the most significant and biggest castles in Bosnia, with an area of 6,296 square metres. During the Ottoman period, the destroyed castle was rebuilt castle and it had a permanent garrison.

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Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Bosnia and Herzegovina

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kemal veledar (12 months ago)
One of the biggest Bosnian fortresses on the cliff so you have panoramic view of old Tesanj. Nice museum inside. Very clear and excellent maintaned. Worth of visit. Ticket is cheap and it is also postcard.
Benjamin Zunđa (2 years ago)
Very beautiful medieval castle probably from Bronze age, landscape is fascinating, while walking you can also enter castle(which is museum) with a lot of medieval knights gear and weapons, when you reach to the top, you will find guy selling souvenirs and drinks, there are few benches to rest and enjoy view, for the last thing at very top of castle you can find titles from rulers of medieval Bosnia.
Zezima (2 years ago)
Very nice restored and maintained fortress. The local guide added extra information to the tour and the history of the area. Organised exhibitions and it was not crowded.
Marie Jetter (2 years ago)
Interesting castle with some cool artifacts. It has a small cafe and lots of seating. Signs about the history of the castle are in English, but the listening guide, describing each of the buildings is only in Bosnian.
Neko Drugi (3 years ago)
You get to see 3 museums for 1€ entry ticket. There is also a nice caffe at the top of ghe castle. Awesome place to viait but not much to do.
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