Kosovo 🇽🇰

Sanctuary for rescued bears, with trails along their enclosures to view them. Entrance is just 2.50 euros, and there’s a popular vegetarian restaurant on-site.

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There’s a statue to the former USA president Bill Clinton for his part in the 1998-1999 war.

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IPKO is the best in Kosovo, and has no roaming fees to other Balkan nations.

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Vast underground cave with dramatic limestone stalactites & colored mineral crystals.

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Deep river canyon within the Prokletije Mountains features waterfalls, cliffs & caves. There are several fresh spring fountains along the road with drinkable water.

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Travel between the various Kosovo cities is easy by bus. Tickets are purchased on the bus, and cost around 5 euros.

Girafa has buses between Kosovo and other Balkan countries. They’re surprisingly flexible as well, letting me change the time of my bus with just a quick email.

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Huge menu of delicious local dishes. My Kosovo meatballs with cream sauce and mushrooms, bread, and jar of wine was only 10 euros.

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Nice hike to a pair of mountain lakes.

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Great coffee, WiFi, and a huge board game selection.

Pristina food

Ruins of an ancient orthodox church.

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UNESCO heritage church from the 13th century, with walls and ceilings completely covered in frescos.

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Kosovo’s capital city with their only international airport. It’s surprisingly quiet, and has a large selection of amazing affordable restaurants.

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Trafiku Urban: app that shows current location of buses
Bus 1a goes to the airport every two hours
Airport taxi will cost 15 euros if using an app (local taxi companies all have apps)
Whatsapp blue taxi or orange taxi to schedule trips

Pristina transportation

Kosovo’s second largest city, and the former capital of Serbia. It’s near several national parks, ski resorts, as well as Kosovo’s wine region.

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Once the capital of the Serbian Empire, this medieval fortress is built on a hill with scenic views.

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Wine area in Kosovo.

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A glass observation deck hanging out over the gorge.

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Information center for the Rugova valley. They rent bicycles as well as gear for the via ferrata.

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Desert shop with dozens of types of baclava, among other deserts. The baclava with ice cream is served like an ice cream sandwich.

Prizren food

Beautiful stone bridge. If you search for images of Kosovo, this is likely the location of the top photos.

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Bakery with great bureks and pastries. It’s right by the river so a great place to pick up some to-go food for trekking.

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