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Republika Srpska

Република Српска
Flag of Republika Srpska
Flag
Seal of Republika Srpska
Seal
Anthem: Моја Република
Moja Republika
My Republic
Location of the Republika Srpska (blue) and Brčko District (green) within Bosnia and Herzegovina.a
Location of the Republika Srpska (blue) and Brčko District (green) within Bosnia and Herzegovina.a
Capital Sarajevo (de jure)
Banja Luka (de facto;
administrative centre)
Largest city Banja Luka
Official languages Serbian, Bosnian and Croatianb
Ethnic groups
(2013 census)
Government Parliamentary system
• President
 Milorad Dodik
Željka Cvijanović
Legislature National Assembly
Formation
• Proclaimed
 9 January 1992
• Recognized as
part of Bosnia
and Herzegovina
 14 December 1995
Area
• Total
 24,525.5 km2 (9,469.3 sq mi)
• Water (%)
 n/a
Population
• 2013 census
 1,218,107 d
• Density
 53/km2 (137.3/sq mi)
Currency Republika Srpska dinar (1992-1994)
Yugoslav dinar (1994-1998)
convertible mark (1998-present) (BAM)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)
 UTC+2 (CEST)
Calling code +387
ISO 3166 code BA-SRP
  1. Although the Brčko District is formally held in condominium by both entities, it is a de facto third entity, as it has all the same powers as the other two entities and is under the direct sovereignty of BiH.
  2. The Constitution of Republika Srpska avoids naming the languages, instead listing them as "the language of the Serb people, the language of the Bosniak people and the language of the Croat people" (because there is no consensus whether this is the same language or three different languages).
  3. Including refugees abroad
  4. Excluding Republika Srpska's 48% of the Brčko District

Republika Srpska (which means "Serb Republic" in Serbo-Croatian) is one of the two main parts of a country called Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is located in the southeastern part of Europe. The other main part is the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. There is also a special area called the Brčko District which is not part of either, but is shared.

Republika Srpska has its own government, president, and parliament. Its administrative center and largest city is Banja Luka.

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Map of the Regions of Republika Srpska

Regions of Republika Srpska

Republika Srpska is divided into seven main areas, which are called regions. These regions help organize the different towns and cities within Republika Srpska. Each region has several smaller areas called municipalities.

Region Municipalities Comments
1. Banja Luka Banja Luka (City status), Čelinac, Gradiška, Istočni Drvar, Jezero, Kneževo, Kostajnica, Kotor Varoš, Kozarska Dubica, Krupa na Uni, Kupres, Laktaši, Mrkonjić Grad, Novi Grad, Oštra Luka, Petrovac, Prijedor (City status), Ribnik, Srbac, Šipovo, Teslić
2. Doboj Brod, Derventa, Doboj (City status), Donji Žabar, Modriča, Pelagićevo, Petrovo, Prnjavor, Stanari, Šamac, Vukosavlje
3. Bijeljina Bijeljina (City status), Lopare, Ugljevik
4. Vlasenica Bratunac, Milići, Osmaci, Srebrenica, Šekovići, Vlasenica, Zvornik (City status)
5. Sarajevo-Romanija or Sokolac Han Pijesak, Istočna Ilidža, Istočno Novo Sarajevo, Istočni Stari Grad, Istočno Sarajevo (City status), Pale, Rogatica, Sokolac, Trnovo
6. Foča Čajniče, Foča, Kalinovik, Novo Goražde or Ustiprača, Rudo, Višegrad
7. Trebinje Berkovići, Bileća, Gacko, Istočni Mostar, Ljubinje, Nevesinje, Trebinje (City status)
Brčko District Brčko District is place controlled by Bosnia and Herzegovina instead.

History and Formation

Republika Srpska was formed on January 9, 1992. It became an official part of Bosnia and Herzegovina on December 14, 1995. This happened after a peace agreement was signed. The agreement helped to end a difficult period in the region.

Government and People

Republika Srpska has its own government system. It is a Parliamentary system, which means people vote for representatives. These representatives then make laws. The main leaders are the President and the Prime Minister.

The people living in Republika Srpska come from different backgrounds. Most people are Serbs. There are also Bosniaks and Croats, along with other groups. The official languages are Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian.

Geography and Nature

Republika Srpska covers an area of about 24,525 square kilometers. It has diverse landscapes, including mountains, rivers, and forests. There are beautiful national parks and natural reserves. These areas are home to many different plants and animals.

For example, Sutjeska National Park is a famous place with stunning nature. It includes Orlovačko Lake and parts of the Zelengora mountain. The Cvrcka Canyon is another impressive natural site.

Cities and Landmarks

Banja Luka is the largest city and the administrative center. It has important buildings and a rich history. The Kastel Fortress in Banja Luka is a very old site. It was once a hillfort.

Other important cities include Bijeljina, Prijedor, and Doboj. Each city has its own unique features. Trebinje is known for its location by the Trebišnjica river.

There are also several UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Republika Srpska. These include Stećak medieval tombstones and the Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge in Višegrad. These sites are important for their history and culture.

Economy

The economy of Republika Srpska is growing. People work in different areas like farming, industry, and services. The region has natural resources that help its economy. Tourism is also becoming more important. Places like the Jahorina ski resort attract visitors. Highways and roads, like the one connecting Gradiška and Banja Luka, help with transport and trade.

Culture and Education

Republika Srpska has a rich cultural heritage. There are many monasteries and mosques, like Tavna Monastery and Ferhat Pasha Mosque. These buildings show the long history of the region. The Museum of Contemporary Art, Republika Srpska displays modern artworks.

Education is important, and there are universities like the University of East Sarajevo. These institutions help young people learn and grow.

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Images for kids

  • Board of Republika Srpska

    Welcome sign on the administrative line with the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina

  • NHM - Bandin Fahrzeug mit Vögeln

    Iron Age cult carriage from Banjani near Sokolac

  • Ancient balkans 4thcentury

    Territory of Republika Srpska within the Roman Empire, 4th century

  • Тврђава Кастел 2

    Kastel Fortress in Banja Luka, first appearing as an early Slavic hillfort

  • Stećak na Gvoznom polju

    Stećak, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on Treskavica mountain

  • Mehmet pasa bridge and green Drina river

    Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Višegrad, founded by Ottoman Grand vizier of Serb origin Sokollu Mehmed Pasha

  • Bsa controlled

    Territories which were controlled by Army of Republika Srpska during the war at its greatest extent (around 1993) compared with current borders

  • Memorijalni centar Srebrenica-Potočari

    Srebrenica Genocide Memorial

  • Orlovačko jezero na Zelengori, nacionalni park Sutjeska

    Orlovačko Lake located in Sutjeska National Park

  • Требиње, Стари град 1

    Trebinje on the banks of the Trebišnjica

  • SPR001 STROGI PRIRODNI REZERVAT PRAŠUMA JANJ, ŠIPOVO 2

    The protected area of Pliva, Janj and Janjske Otoke Reserve

  • Црква Свете Тројице Бања Лука

    Banja Luka

  • Bijeljina1

    Bijeljina

  • Парк природе Сана - доњи ток, (21)

    Prijedor

  • Tvrdjava Gradina Doboj 1

    Doboj

  • Univerzitetska zgrada, Pale 05

    University of East Sarajevo, in Pale

  • Real GDP growth rates RS & FBH

    Real GDP growth rates in Republika Srpska and Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina 2006–2014

  • Average net monthly wages in the Republika Srpska

    Average net wages (in KM) in Republika Srpska 1996–2015

  • Mahovljanska

    Interchange on the Gradiška-Banja Luka highway

  • Jahorina mountain 2018

    Jahorina ski resort is the biggest in Bosnia and one of the biggest in the Balkans

  • Вишеградска ћуприја са Андрићградом 1

    Andrićgrad

  • Представништва Републике Српске у свијету

    Representative offices of Republika Srpska worldwide

  • Музеј савремене умјетности РС

    Museum of Contemporary Art, Republika Srpska

  • Igumanija manastira Tavna

    Tavna Monastery, near Bijeljina

  • NKD138 Ferhadija2

    Ferhat Pasha Mosque, after it was reconstructed in 2016

  • Samostan Marija zvijezda trapisti (2)

    The Mariastern abbey, a Trappist abbey famous for its own variety of cheese

See also

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