Prizren

Prizren

sleepy city between two worlds

Location: 

Prizren, Kosovo

Duration: 

Friday, October 23, 2015

personal highlights

  1. Prizren: cozy mountain city in Kosovoinfo-icon, very close to Albaniainfo-icon
  2. Albania: the friendly neighbour is present with flags and souvenirs
  3. KFOR: the NATO Kosovo Force (KFOR) military is still very present
  4. Kalaja Fortress: a few dusty bricks with a truly breathtaking view
  5. Sinan Pasha Mosque: perfect location on the beautiful old town

image sources

  1. view over Prizren @ Kalaja Fortress
  2. square with fresh water @ Shatërvan
  3. ruined residential building @ Kalaja Fortress
  4. balloon street booth @ Sinan Pasha Mosque
  5. historical canon @ Kalaja Fortress

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