The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sarajevo, is celebrating City Day today. On that day in 1941, Sarajevo was bombed for the first time, on the same day in 1945, it was liberated from the fascist occupier by Yugoslav partisan units, and April 6, 1992, symbolizes the first days of the siege of the city from 1992 to 1995.
April 6 is the most important date in the history of Sarajevo. Everything that happened on that date in 1945 and 1992 became a symbol of its citizens’ resistance to all forms of fascism, xenophobia, and hatred of the other and different.
It is the day when Sarajevo was liberated from the fascist occupation during World War II, but also the day that symbolizes the beginning of the siege of Sarajevo in the previous war in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Therefore, April 6 is celebrated as the Day of Liberation of the City in World War II and as City Day.
Puharić on the occasion of April 6: Sarajevo – City of brave people and big dreams
The Mayor of Sarajevo, Predrag Puharić, sent a congratulatory message to his fellow citizens on the occasion of April 6 – City Day.
He points out that on this historical and one of the most important dates of the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, “we celebrate its strength and beauty”.
“This is a city where East and West not only meet, but move forward together. Sarajevo is a meeting place of cultures, ideas and people of good will,” said Puharić.
On this day, he said, we especially remember those who defended Sarajevo.
“Their courage is the foundation on which we build a better tomorrow,” said the mayor in his congratulatory message.
Puharić says that our past teaches us courage, but also that our future requires a vision:
“Sarajevo is not just a city of history – it is a city of the future, of innovation and of young people who believe in it. We want Sarajevo to be a modern, sustainable and inclusive European city. A city that preserves its soul, but builds new opportunities for every citizen.”
Sarajevo is more than a city – it is an idea. The idea of freedom, resistance and community.
To all the people of Sarajevo, and those who love it, happy Sarajevo City Day, Mayor Puharić said at the end of the congratulatory message.
