Ljubuški


Ljubuški is a city and municipality in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is located in the West Herzegovina Canton, a unit of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

History

The town was first mentioned in 1444. The name Ljubuški originates from an ancient Slavic name, Libusa, after the first wife of the then ruler of Herzegovina Herzeg Stjepan.

Yugoslav Wars

During the Bosnian War, Ljubuški served as the headquarters of the Croatian Defence Forces.

Settlements

Demographics

Population

Ethnic composition

Sports

The city is home to the successful handball club HRK Izviđač, and two football clubs, NK Sloga Ljubuški and NK Ljubuški.

Notable people