Kosovo is a landlocked country, but there are a lot of
spots where you can have a great experience. Kosovo provides troubled ancient
and modern history, rich culture, stunning nature, numerous religions monuments
and friendly people.
If you are more into ancient cities then you should definitely head to Prizren city and Gjakova:
If you are more into ancient cities then you should definitely head to Prizren city and Gjakova:
Prizren City
Prizren is a charming town which gives the impression of
flowing along the banks of a shallow stretch of Bistrica river which slices it
in half. In addition nestled in between towering green mountains and a city
constructed over many centuries with a mixture of architectures but clearly
dominated by the ottoman influence Prizren is definitely one of the most attractive
town of Kosovo. Prizren’s delightful city centre is the best-preserved and
most picturesque in Kosovo, with a good collection of religious and profane
buildings and quaint residential quarters, all within close range of each
other. The city’s long tradition of religious and ethnic tolerance is apparent
in the close proximity of Catholic and Orthodox churches, mosques and tekkes,
many of them hundreds of years old.
Gjakova City
The city of Gjakova has its roots way back in the Dardanian
period of history. Known in previous times as Patkova, Reka and Altin, the name
Gjakova, first appeared in historical Ottoman records in
1485. Pride of place in the centre of the city was the Çarshia e Madhe, or
Grand Bazaar, a large marketplace attracting traders from all over the region
that was seriously damaged during the 1999 war but that’s now almost completely
renovated. Hotspots to visit in Gjakova: Bektashi Tekke (Teqja e Bektashive), Hadum
Mosque, Tailors’ Bridge (Ura e Terzive), Sacred bridge (Ura e Shenjte).
Rugova Valley
Rugova Valley located in the heart of Dukagjini, in
north-western Kosovo, it is a perfect place for people who love to explore
nature and wander through this breathtaking valley. It covers an area of 32.000
hectares. Its highest peak is Coursed Mountain, with an altitude of 2560
meters. Among several characteristics that distinguish this valley, following
are the most important ones -Bistrica River, which passes throughout 12
kilometers of the valley -Waterfalls that fall from a height of 30 meters -Two
lakes at an altitude of 1 800 meters above sea level and -A number of caves
Rugova Valley is considered as an ideal place to spend a day or a couple of
days, when you need to relax and get away from the daily routine and dynamic
life in the city. It is a quiet preserved and unexplored region, and this
offers a unique entertainment opportunity for the lovers of eco and rural
tourism.
Mirusha Waterfalls
Mirusha Waterfalls is a chain of waterfalls found in the
Mirusha River, situated on the south of the Gremnik Mountains; on the way to
Gjakova at an altitude of 572 meters. Its distance from the capital city is
approximately one hour. Mirusha River engraved a 10 km long canyon and created
13 river lakes with 12 waterfalls between them. The waterfall with the biggest
height is the one between the sixth and seventh lake, and it is 22 meters high.
Those waterfalls between the lakes, together with the stunning landscape, and
rocks and caves around the waterfalls, form an overwhelming sight and present a
special tourism attraction. Although the water temperature is usually quite
cold, throughout summer when the temperature is high, swimming there can be
incredibly pleasant.
Decan Monastery
Decan Monastery located in Decan 2 Km from the town. The
monastic catholicon is the largest medieval church in the Balkans containing
the most extensive preserved fresco decoration. The monastery was established
in a chestnut grove by Serbian King Stefan Uros in 1327. The following year the
king died and was buried at the monastery. The monastic church, and built from
blocks of red-purple, light-yellow and onyx marble, was constructed by builders
working under a Franciscan monk, Vitus of Kotor. The church is distinguished by
its imposing size and Romanesque and Early Gothic structure and design. In
2004, UNESCO listed the monastery on the World heritage list citing its
frescoes as "one of the most valued examples of the so-called Palaeologan
renaissance in Byzantine painting" and "a valuable record of the life
in the 14th century".
Park of Bears in
Pristina
The Bear Sanctuary Prishtina is a national park in Kosovo in
close proximity to the city of Prishtina. The sanctuary is built on an area of
fifteen hectares. Everyone who visits Pristina shouldn’t go without seeing this
park with dozens of bears.
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| Photo: Bear Sanctuary Prishtina |
