Trebinjica

Trebinjica is a rural settlement in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is administratively part of the municipality of Trebinje, situated in Republika Srpska in the southeastern part of the country. The village is within the Trebinje area, a region known for its proximity to the Trebišnjica river and the surrounding hills.

Geography and economy are characteristic of small Herzegovinian settlements. Trebinjica lies on the hillside and is connected by local roads to the town of Trebinje. The local economy is primarily agricultural, with residents traditionally engaged in farming and related activities. In contemporary times, many inhabitants rely on nearby Trebinje for services, markets, and employment opportunities.

Demographics and administration: Detailed census figures for Trebinjica are not widely published in public sources. As a small rural community, it typically features a low population density and relies on municipal infrastructure and governance provided by Trebinje.

History and etymology: The broader Trebinje region has a long history influenced by various states and empires, including the Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian administrations, followed by the Yugoslav period. Specific historical events or landmarks within Trebinjica are not widely documented in accessible reference works. The name Trebinjica likely derives from its association with Trebinje, with the diminutive or locational suffix -jica common in regional toponyms.

See also: Trebinje, Trebišnjica. References to municipal records or regional histories may provide more detailed local information.