Arslanagić Bridge, Trebinje

Arslanagić Bridge, a 16th-century stone bridge, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture and one of Trebinje's symbols.

The Arslanagić Bridge, also called the Perović Bridge, is Trebinje's best-known monument from the Ottoman period and a major work of 16th-century Balkan architecture. It was built in 1574 by Mehmed Pasha Sokolović as an endowment in memory of his son, killed fighting the Venetians.

It is named after Arslan Aga, who moved here from Herceg Novi in 1687 and was granted the right to collect the bridge toll. When the reservoir of a hydroelectric plant flooded the bridge in 1965, it was taken apart stone by stone and rebuilt downstream, where it stands today.

Today it is a favourite spot for walks and photos, especially when the arches are mirrored in the calm river. Old wooden water wheels are preserved along the bank, and the traditional boat rides on the Trebišnjica pass beneath the bridge.

Getting there

About 1 km from the centre, on the Trebišnjica, in the Gorica neighbourhood.

An easy walk or bike ride from the centre.

• For the best photos come in the morning or at dusk
• Combine the walk with a boat ride on the river