Vilsonovo Šetalište () is a promenade in

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. It is an important street for the city, however, in the afternoon and during weekend the traffic restriction is in force, and the promenade becomes a recreational area. The lane also bears a historical significance. It was conceived during the

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era. Wilson's Promenade was named after the former president of the United States,

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. There are 480 linden and

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trees. An important feature is the

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river, which runs along the promenade. The lane is frequently visited not just by people living to its close proximity, but also by people from all over the city as well as tourists.

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Vilsonovo.net - raja su uvijek raja
photo album and blog maintained by local residents and ex-residents Populated places in Centar, Sarajevo Neighbourhoods in Grad Sarajevo Streets in Sarajevo {{SarajevoCanton-geo-stub