Neretva

The Neretva is one of the largest rivers of the eastern part of the Adriatic basin. It flows through Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia. It is known for its emerald-green water, its diverse ecosystems, and the Neretva Delta, a Ramsar site of international importance.

The river rises beneath the Lebršnik Mountain and Zelengora Mountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and flows generally southwest, passing through cities such as Konjic, Jablanica, and Mostar, before emptying into the Adriatic Sea near Ploče in Croatia.

The Neretva's course includes both narrow gorges and wider valleys, and it is dammed for several hydroelectric power plants, notably the Jablanica Dam. The region surrounding the Neretva is characterized by a Mediterranean climate closer to the Adriatic coast and a more continental climate inland.

The Neretva is culturally and economically significant, providing irrigation, drinking water, and hydropower. It is also a popular destination for rafting and other water sports. The bridge in Mostar, Stari Most, which crosses the Neretva, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of the region's history and cultural heritage.