Gabela is a historic village near the Neretva River, located in Bosnia and Herzegovina close to the border with Croatia. In the past, it was known as Drijeva and served as an important trading center.
During medieval times, Drijeva was a major marketplace where goods such as salt were traded. Its location on the Neretva made it an important economic hub.
Archaeological findings in the area indicate that the site was inhabited during Roman times, showing its long historical continuity.
Some alternative historical theories suggest that ancient Troy could have been located in this region. These ideas are not widely accepted but remain an interesting topic of discussion.