The Eternal Flame – Sarajevo's Restored Symbol

The Eternal Flame, located in the heart of Sarajevo, has burned continuously since April 6, 1946, as a memorial to the victims of World War II. The City of Sarajevo has just completed a comprehensive restoration of this national monument — facades, architectural elements and the flame itself have been restored, along with the stone paving surrounding it.

This simple yet beautiful monument, designed by architect Juraj Neidhardt, stands at the front of a building at the heart of Sarajevo's pedestrian zone, at the intersection of Mula Mustafe Bašeskije, Tito and Ferhadija streets.