Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Capital
Sarajevo
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Local time
21:30
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Population
3.51 m
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Driving side
Right
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Calling code
+387
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Currency
KM BAM (mark)
Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Capital
Sarajevo
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Local time
21:30
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Population
3.51 m
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Driving side
Right
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Calling code
+387
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Currency
KM BAM (mark)
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Average Salary
$ 801
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Petrol price
€ 1.51 pl
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Precipitation
1 028mm /year
Geography & travel
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Country Area
51 129 km2
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Protected Area
1%
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Forest Area
43%
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Agricultural area
42%
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Railways
1027km
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Annual air passengers
7 071
Population
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Ethnicity
Bosniak - 48 %
Serb - 37 %
Croat - 14 %
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Religion
Islam - 40 %
Islam - 40 %
Orthodox - 31 %
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Literacy rates
97.0%
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Languages
Bosnian
Croatian
Serbian
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Armed Forces
10 500
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Murders
2 per 100k
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Alcohol consumption
7.5 l/person
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Smoking
47.2%
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Diabetes
9.9%
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Tuberculosis
37 per 100k
Economy
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Industries
steel, coal, iron ore, lead, zinc, manganese, bauxite, aluminum, vehicle assembly
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Agriculture
wheat, corn, fruits, vegetables, livestock
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Natural Resources
coal, iron ore, bauxite, copper, lead, zinc, chromite, cobalt, manganese
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Energy Import
22%
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Natural Resources
coal, iron ore, bauxite, copper, lead, zinc, chromite, cobalt, manganese
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Renewable Energy
41%
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CO2 Emissions
22 233kt
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Ease of Business
86 (Best=1, Worst=200)
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ATMs per 100k people
46
What not to do when visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina Don't forget on a handshake and direct eye contact when greeting with someone - it's a standard. If a woman is Muslim, wait for her to extend her hand first.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Don't discuss politics don't express opinions about the war or other sensitive issues.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Don't jump straightly to business on the meetings - it's essential to break the ice with small talks and to see the communication styles. You can be straightforward in discussions, but always choose the correct words and be diplomatic to avoid upsetting your counterpart.
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Did you know?
Bosnia & Herzegovina is home to Europe’s only remaining jungle.
Bosnia and Herzegovina Don't take photographs of military and secure installations, government checkpoints or troops - it's forbidden.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Don't enter abandoned buildings nor make selfies or disrespectful photos near the former lines of conflict.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Don't always ignore the stray dogs following you around - they might be thinking about the attack.
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Europe Don’t forget to handshake when greeting (men). Women usually greet with light kisses on both cheeks (”air kisses” where you just touch cheeks and kiss the air), a handshake is common on first meeting. Eye contact is important.
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Europe Don't smack or slurp - it's not appreciated.
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Did you know?
Bosnia & Herzegovina is characterised by its ethnic and religious diversity, and visitors should respect the customers and traditions of the various ethnic and religious groups.
Europe Don't avoid eye contact business and personal conversations. It's a sign of courtesy.
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Europe Don't enter buses, trains or similar before everyone who wants to get out has done so.
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Europe Don't forget to wear reflectors when riding a bike or walking at dark.
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