Počitelj
A stone fortress village on a hillside above the Neretva River, with a mosque, clock tower and fortifications layered up the slope. Climb to the top for views over the valley.
Počitelj lies about 30 km south of Mostar. It is a hillside fortified village dating from the medieval and Ottoman periods. Stone houses, the 1563 Hadži Alija Mosque, a clock tower, a Turkish bath and an octagonal tower at the summit are arranged in tiers. Climb the stone steps to the tower for views over the Neretva valley. Entry to the village is free, and some buildings charge a small fee. In summer, roadside stalls sell pomegranate juice and figs. The stone steps are steep and slippery, so wear non-slip shoes. Allow about 1 hour. It is often combined with Kravica Waterfall and Blagaj as a day trip.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Međugorje
- Hutovo Blato Nature Park
- Kravica Waterfall
- Radimlja Necropolis
- Daorson
- Hum Hill Cross
- Blagaj Tekke
- Blagaj Fortress (Stjepan Grad)