Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, known for its rich history and cultural diversity. It has been influenced by various civilizations, including the Ottoman Empire and Austro-Hungarian rule. The city is famous for the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1914, which triggered World War I, and for enduring a lengthy siege during the Bosnian War in the 1990s. Today, Sarajevo is a vibrant city that blends Eastern and Western cultures, with a lively arts scene and warm hospitality.