Perched dramatically on a 500-meter-high cliff above the Drinjača River, the Kuslat Mosque is one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s oldest and most breathtaking landmarks. Known locally as the “Mosque in the Sky,” it can only be reached by hiking along a narrow forest path, rewarding visitors with sweeping views of mountains, valleys, and rivers. First …
KUSLAT MOSQUE: BOSNIA’S ‘MOSQUE IN THE SKY’ THAT STANDS AS A SYMBOL OF HISTORY AND RESILIENCE
Perched dramatically on a 500-meter-high cliff above the Drinjača River, the Kuslat Mosque is one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s oldest and most breathtaking landmarks. Known locally as the “Mosque in the Sky,” it can only be reached by hiking along a narrow forest path, rewarding visitors with sweeping views of mountains, valleys, and rivers. First mentioned by Ottoman traveler Evliya Çelebi, who wrote that it was built during the reign of Sultan Mehmed II in the 15th century, the mosque has long been a spiritual and cultural beacon for the region.
Though burned down during the Bosnian War in 1993, the mosque was later rebuilt by locals using its original location and materials, reopening nearly two decades later. Today, Kuslat Mosque remains both a sacred site and a symbol of resilience. Annual Friday prayers in August and Ramadan gatherings bring people from across the country, while visitors flock to experience its history, solitude, and spiritual significance. More than just a place of worship, the “Mosque in the Sky” stands as a testament to Bosnia’s enduring cultural and religious heritage.
