Travunia

Travunia is a historical region and medieval state located in the southern part of modern-day Bosnia and Herzegovina. The region was inhabited by various ethnic groups, including Serbs, Croats, and Albanians, over the course of its history.

In the late Middle Ages, Travunia emerged as a small medieval state, ruled by the House of Lazarević at the end of the 14th century. The region's strategic location on the trade routes between the Adriatic Sea and the Balkan interior made it a desirable prize for various powers. Travunia was eventually absorbed into the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century.

The region's name is derived from the medieval nobility family of the Travunija, who ruled over the region in the 12th to 14th centuries. During this period, Travunia was a significant military and administrative center in the Kingdom of the Serbs, playing a key role in the region's defensive system against the Ottoman Empire.

The historical town of Trebinje in the region of Travunia is considered the most important and well-preserved medieval town in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The city boasts numerous historical landmarks, such as the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and the Old Town, which date back to the medieval period.

Travunia is now part of the autonomous region of Herzegovina-Neretva Canton within Bosnia and Herzegovina. Efforts have been made to preserve and restore the region's historical sites and cultural heritage, including the revitalization of the Neretva River, a vital waterway for the region.