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Fun fact 1 about Sarajevo

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The name Sarajevo derives from the Turkish noun saray, meaning 'palace' or 'mansion'.

Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Sarajevo

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Country
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Population
275.5K
Coordinates
43.85, 18.36
692nd most populous city in the world

Sarajevo is the capital and largest city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a population of 275,524 in its administrative limits. The Sarajevo Canton, containing the city of Sarajevo and nearby municipalities, is home to 413,593 inhabitants.

From the “Etymology” section

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