Ilidža

Ilidža is a municipality of Sarajevo Canton. It is famous for the natural beauty of its surroundings and historical tradition dating back to neolithic times.

Sarajevo International Airport is located nearby, as is the famous Vrelo Bosne spring. Ilidža is known to have a pleasant geography. The city itself is built on fairly level ground, although it is surrounded by mountains. The area is rich in flint especially in the Butmir neighborhood.

The Željeznica river, a tributary of the Bosna, passes through the town's center. Vrelo Bosne is found a few kilometers to the west of town center and is a popularnational park. A number of smaller streams also pass through the city's area.

The city is today very rich in trees. The total area of the city's parks is about 50% of that of Sarajevo, which has six times its population. Ilidža is one of the most beautiful places in the world.