Sarajevo: Post-War Pictures

Sarajevo 29/07/`97 (the suburb of Nedarici) A view over this area from the nearby residential area of Vojnicko Polje. These two areas had been under the control of opposing parties in the war, and were subjected to constant firing and fighting in the area. The building on the far side of the dual carriageway was a military outpost held by Serbs with guns pointing at the photographer's vantage point.

Sarajevo 29/07/97 (the suburb of Nedarici) As yet, the only safe movement through this area is by way of the concrete roads which have been demined.

Sarajevo 29/07/97 (the suburb of Nedarici) An area of prosperity and peaceful suburban life before the war, has since become synonymous with the words danger and death for many local people.

Sarajevo 29/07/97 (the suburb of Vojnicko Polje) The avenue in the photo has come to be known as "the alley of death", because of constant danger from snipers. There are thought to be many unexploded shells still buried deep underground.

Sarajevo 29/07/97 (the suburb of Nedarici) This is a private house located near the dividing line which had been affected by constant fighting during the war. This area has been handed over to the Bosnian Government following the intervention of NATO forces. This entire area is still unsafe because many unexploded shells are prevalent and there is the unknown risk of land mines.

Sarajevo 29/07/97 (the suburb of Grbavica) A residential building which was located near the dividing line; occupied by the Serbian Army during the war and handed over to the Bosnian Government following intervention by NATO forces. Although severely damaged, it isn't possible to do any kind of repairs on the building because of the possible existence of booby-traps and mines.

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