Journey Through Historic Bosnia: Wartime Steam Locomotives and Landmine Traces

⚙️Wartime steam locomotives are still in commercial use in Bosnia, hauling coal wagons from the mine to a power plant.

💥These steam locomotives, built by forced labor during World War II, were only designed to last 10 years but have exceeded expectations.

🚂The only place in the world where these locomotives are still in operation is Bosnia, apart from some museum tracks.

💣Bosnia still bears the traces of landmines from the Bosnian War, making some areas hazardous to explore.

🔫Bullet-ridden buildings serve as a reminder of the intense fighting that took place during the war.

Are these steam locomotives used for tourist purposes?

—No, these steam locomotives are still in commercial use, hauling coal wagons from the mine to a power plant.

Who built these steam locomotives?

—These steam locomotives were built by forced labor during World War II.

How long were these steam locomotives supposed to last?

—These steam locomotives were only built to last around 10 years, but they have exceeded expectations and are still in operation after 80 years.

Where else in the world can you find these steam locomotives?

—Apart from some museum tracks, Bosnia is the only place where these steam locomotives are still in operation.

What are the dangers of landmines in Bosnia?

—There are still areas in Bosnia that are contaminated with landmines from the Bosnian War, posing a risk to those who venture into these zones.

00:38Wartime steam locomotives are still in commercial use in Bosnia, hauling coal wagons from the mine to a power plant.

01:30These steam locomotives were built by forced labor during World War II and were only designed to last 10 years.

03:14Bosnia still bears the traces of landmines from the Bosnian War, making some areas hazardous to explore.

08:08Bullet-ridden buildings serve as a reminder of the intense fighting that took place during the war.

13:07Bosnia is the only place in the world where these steam locomotives are still in operation, apart from some museum tracks.

15:40An immersive journey through historic Bosnia, witnessing the resilience of these locomotives and exploring the hidden dangers of landmines.

18:06Traversing beautiful landscapes and encountering unique sights along the way.

19:28Arriving at the power plant and preparing to hop off the train before it enters the facility.