World Heritage Site: Stećci Medieval Tombstone Graveyards
Publication Year: 2026
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHED9DB5599EC
Summary
Bjelojevici Village, near Stolac in Bosnia and Herzegovina, stands out for its unique historical and cultural significance, as evidenced by the ancient well Neves ('Greek Well') and an exceptionally rich medieval necropolis of stećak tombstones. The study reveals that this locality has been a continuous hub of human activity, attracting people from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds—Catholics, Orthodox, and Muslims—who were united by its unique natural environment. Through interviews with current residents and existing literature, the research highlights the village's rich history of settlement and migration, underscoring its importance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate due to its cultural and historical continuity.
Citation
Hadrović, A. (2026). Bjelojevici Village Near Stolac in Bosnia and Herzegovina. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, 7(4), 278–288. https://doi.org/10.54660/.ijmrge.2026.7.4.278-288
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