Mostar hosts 107th Šantić Poetry Evenings

The 107th Šantić Poetry Evenings, one of the oldest cultural manifestations in the region, have commenced in Mostar. The opening ceremony included a memorial service, wreath-laying at the monument of poet Aleksa Šantić, and a formal academy held at the Holy Trinity Cathedral.

This year's opening highlights the 130th anniversary of the founding of the renowned literary magazine ‘Zora’. The magazine was established by prominent figures including Svetozar Ćorović, Aleksa Šantić, Jovan Dučić, and Atanasije Šola.

Vladimir Kokanović, Director of the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Directorate for Cooperation with the Diaspora and Serbs in the Region, attended the event, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage. Borivoje Golubović, Minister of Education and Culture of Republika Srpska, also spoke on the significance of nurturing the culture of memory for future generations. The event featured a concert by the Nu Era Quartet from Trieste.