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Gabela, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Gabela is a historic settlement that reveals millennia of occupation, from Roman times through the medieval period. The town's centerpiece is a medieval fortress, built on a hill overlooking the Neretva River, which offers commanding views of the surrounding plains. Nearby, remnants of Roman walls and a Roman villa testify to its ancient past. Visitors can wander through the old town's narrow streets, discovering stone houses and archaeological sites that tell the story of this strategic crossroads.

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  • Climb the medieval fortress for panoramic river views
  • Examine the Roman ruins and villa remains
  • Stroll through the old town's stone-paved lanes

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Ways to visit Gabela, Bosnia and Herzegovina

You can visit Gabela, Bosnia and Herzegovina on your own. A guide is worth it here for the history behind what you are seeing, and a tour can combine nearby sights into one day.

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