The war severely disrupted people's lives, and its effects continue. Most people lost their source of income, as factories and mines closed down. Landmines littered the countryside, making farming impossible. Unemployment became a huge problem, and people were forced to sell whatever they had so that they could buy food. Sport and leisure Just like children in other countries, young Bosnians like to watch television, listen to music, play games, and go to the cinema after school.
Football is very popular too.
Bosnia's mountains provide plenty of opportunity to relax. The lakes provide places to swim and fish. Hiking is popular, and many people ski in the winter. Bosnia has world-class ski slopes, and Sarajevo hosted the 1984 Winter Olympic Games. Food and Drink Bosnian cooking reflects Turkish and Muslim influences.