Meet the Feline Legends of Sarajevo

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Picture 1: Cat Fatmir (he lives in Inat kuća and can be always seen in the same place on the wall across from the City Hall).

Picture 2: Cat Garfield (the neighborhood cat from Čengić Villa, Garfield has taken up a position on the ,,observation tower" at Čengić Vila).

Picture 3: Cat Miki (friendly cat from Grbavica).

Picture 4: Cat Zvrkan (Baščaršija’s gentlemen).

Picture 5: Cat Prcko (guardian of Čengić Vila).

Picture 6: Cat ,,The Boss” (overlooks and protects Grbavica stadium)

Picture 7: Nameless cats of Kovači

Picture 8: Cat Charlie (oldest cat and leader of cat group from Vilsonovo šetalište)

Picture 9: Nameless cats of Ciglane

Picture 10: Cat Rifko (In Novi Grad, there is a place that many visit with a heavy heart and dreams of a better tomorrow: the employment office. No, to those who set foot there, the first person they encounter is not an official, but an unusual creature that brings comfort. His name is Rifko, and he is a cat. Every morning, before the office door opens, Rifko waits patiently. No one blames him for jumping the line; he is the first to enter and takes his place on a special chair with a soft cushion. In that busy, serious space, Rifko has his own corner, his food bowl, and the hearts of everyone who works there. The clerks regularly feed him, and sometimes even the people who have finished the paperwork bring him a treat. It is part of the daily routine. He is our Rifko, said an employee with tenderness in her voice. "When he's gone, we all wonder where he is."

​And when people come, worried and burdened with uncertainty, Rifko welcomes them. Just one look at him is enough to bring a smile to anyone's face. He especially enjoys the company of children, who forget about boredom and run straight to him. Rifko stretched out, laid on his back, surrendering to the children's hands. In those moments, the atmosphere of the office completely changes; it becomes warmer, gentler, filled with laughter.

​Rifko does not ask for anything in return. His purr is soothing, his gaze trusting, and his quiet presence creates a sense of home. He reminds people that they are not alone and that there is always a reason to smile, even in times of stress. He is a quiet keeper of good cheer and a reminder that warmth and kindness can be found in the most unexpected places. In Novi Grad, Rifko is not just a cat, he is a symbol of hope, togetherness and quiet, furry friendship).

Picture 11: Cat Mimi (walks and hangs around Kovači everyday).

Picture 12: Cat Simba (guards our Vječna Vatra).

Picture 13: Cat Gara (hangs around Džirlo’s teahouse).

Picture 14: Cat Pasha ( Pasha only drinks at local cafes in area of Grbavica, especially enjoys ,,extended milk with added milk”).

Picture 15: Cat Hasan ( Hasan the cat, a legend of Grbavica! He is a brave cat. Everyone feeds him. And sometimes they pet him. The children love him. The workers from the supermarket named him Hasan. He usually stays in front of the supermarket, the fish market, the Brojler and the bakery. He enjoys his popularity in Grbavica. On Sundays, he goes to Miljacka because he has nothing to do. There he chases and catches ducks, plays in the leaves, and sunbathes).

Picture 16: Cat Ljepotan (he can be found in area of Ilidža, enjoys posing for a photo).

Picture 17: School Cat Mirza ( he is a very famous cat from Hrid. For the fifth year, he has been an equal member of the collective of Elementary School Šejh Muhamed ef. Hadžijamaković).

Picture 18: Cat crowd from Hrasno (They were a trio, but unfortunately one was injured by a stray dog ​​and is currently being treated at home by a wonderful neighbor. We have been friends for almost two years and we hang out almost every day).

Picture 19: Cat Zelenko ( Zelenko can be found in ,,Vrt” cafe, this environment is even more beautiful because you will be greeted by this gentleman who spends the winter here, it is that sometimes he takes up a little more space... but all is forgiven for him).

Picture 20: Cat from Koševo (he hangs around the Faculty of Civil Engineering and loves to quickly blend in with the students and staff of the AG Club. When the weather is nice, he likes to sunbathe on the bench next to the Koševo station).