📖 About Zenica

Zenica is the fourth largest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, located in central Bosnia along the Bosna River. With approximately 110,000 residents, this industrial city is historically known for its steel mill, once one of the largest in Europe.

The city has faced post-war challenges and industrial decline but maintains importance as a regional center. Surrounded by mountains, Zenica offers both industrial heritage and natural beauty. Zenica represents industrial Bosnia—steel heritage, working-class tradition, and post-conflict resilience.

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💼 Economy & Culture

Steel production continues under ArcelorMittal though much reduced. Manufacturing includes metallurgy and machinery. Services serve the regional population. The economy has struggled since war and privatization but shows diversification efforts.

Bosniak majority with diverse population—Bosnian language. Islam predominates with secular traditions. Football culture is strong. Food features Bosnian cuisine—ćevapi, pita, burek. The culture values community, work, and post-war reconciliation.

📜 History

Medieval settlement grew under Ottoman rule. The modern city developed around the steel mill built during Yugoslavia's industrialization. By the 1980s, it was one of Europe's largest integrated steel works.

The 1990s war brought destruction and displacement. Post-war recovery has been challenging. Today Zenica persists—steel city heritage, working-class identity, and central Bosnia's industrial heart.