Pristina

Temples & religious sites

Gračanica monastery

A Serbian Orthodox monastery founded in 1321 by Serbian King Stefan Milutin. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage medieval monuments of Kosovo, it showcases centuries-old Orthodox architecture.

Heritage & monuments

National Library of Kosovo

The National Library of Kosovo is located in Pristina. As the country's leading library, it makes for a worthwhile short visit.

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa in Pristina

A Roman Catholic cathedral in Pristina dedicated to Mother Teresa. Located right in the city center, it's an easy stop for a light walk around downtown.

Temples & religious sites

King's Mosque in Pristina

The Imperial Mosque in Pristina is an Ottoman-era mosque built in 1461 by Sultan Mehmed II. An Arabic inscription on the main entrance still bears witness to the time of its construction.

Culture & venues

National Theater of Kosovo

This is Kosovo's only public national theater, staging more productions than any other venue in the country. It has held more than 400 premieres to date, drawing over three million spectators.

Heritage & monuments

Ulpiana

The remains of an ancient Roman city near Pristina. Now developed into a large archaeological park, it lets you explore traces of the old Roman city at a leisurely pace.

Heritage & monuments

Newborn monument

A large typographic monument in front of the Palace of Youth and Sports in Pristina, erected to mark Kosovo's declaration of independence. The giant capital-letter "Newborn" sculpture is a popular spot for photos.

Museums & galleries

National Museum of Kosovo

The Kosovo Museum in Pristina is the country's largest national museum. It occupies an Austro-Hungarian-style building from 1889, letting visitors take in the atmosphere of a former military headquarters while touring the exhibits.