Yugoslavia- The Present State
Yugoslavia, the name which once represented three political entities on western Balkans is no longer into existence. The country, which was a powerful nation during the major part of the twentieth century witnessed a Civil War during the 1990s and was divided into seven different nations, viz. Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Slovenia and The Republic of Macedonia. Serbia is further divided into two autonomous provinces of Vojvodina and Kosovo, while the rest remained as Republics. When discussing about Yugoslavia, one should have a decent understanding of the seven countries, to which it has been divided.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: The triangular shaped republic, which is half the size of Kentucky, in terms of area has, its roots deep into the history. Known as Illyricum during the ancient period, this place was ruled by the Roman for a considerable period. The country received a new identity under the Ottoman rule and has also witnessed several wars, including the Punic wars. Presently, it is an independent country, which functions according to the Parliamentary Democracy system.
Croatia: Croatia, which is also formed out of Yugoslavia not only deserves mention for its political history but also for its breathtaking beauty and the vast coastlines. If someone is interested to plan a tour to Croatia, he must not leave out Dubrovonik, which is known for its natural beauty as well as historical significance. The defensive stone walls, which guard this maritime city, deserve special mention.
Serbia: Located in the central Balkan Peninsula, Serbia covers a significant area in the Carpathian basin. Serbia is a tourist hotspot and attracts numerous people from different parts of the world. Belgrade, the capital city of the country is a popular summer destination and has some of the historical buildings. Serbia has made a lot of progress and the country is not only makes brings people close to the history of the place but also offers all modern amenities.
Kosovo: A small country located on the southeastern part of the European continent, Kosovo offers history and modernity, side by side. When it comes to the places of attraction in Kosovo, the Mitrovica Bridge deserves special mention for its location. It acts as a divider between Serbs and Albanians living in Mitrovica.
Montenegro: Montenegro is a major tourist spot in Europe and attracts thousands of travelers for its natural beauty. Though Budva is the center of tourist attraction, the country has several other places of interest. Skadarsko Lake, Perast ñ Boka Bay, Tivat and Dumitor are some of the places of interest in this small country, which once formed a part of Yugoslavia.
Slovenia: The small country Slovenia is known for its dense vegetation. Ljubljana, the capital city has some of the popular places of interest, which includes the, Central Market, The Town Hall, The Triple Bridge and many more, attracts travelers from far and wide.
The Republic of Macedonia: Another successor state of the country, Yugoslavia, the Republic of Macedonia is known for its culture and heritage. Skopje, Ohrid, Prilep, Struga are some of the places worth mentioning while discussing about this republic.