St. John Cemetery (Livno)

The St. John Cemetery in Livno is an archaeological site of significant historical value, featuring remnants of a late antique church and a medieval Franciscan monastery dedicated to St. John. The site is located on the plain of the right bank of the Bistrica River in Livno. The Franciscan monastery was established between 1340 and 1375, marking it as an important religious site during the Late Post-Classical Period. Although the monastery may have suffered damage during the Ottoman conquest in the late 15th century or later in the 17th century, the site continued to serve as a cemetery until the 20th century. The presence of a church and cemetery highlights the site's religious and funerary significance over several centuries, making it an important location for understanding the region's historical and cultural evolution.