Prishtina – Kosovo‘s urban capital

Prishtina – Kosovo‘s urban capital

Gentle, lush green hills, grazing sheep, rivers gleaming in the sun: Kosovo boasts idyllic landscapes with mountains and valleys that are just like something from a story book. Prishtina, the modern capital city, is situated in a magnificent setting. The contrast between urban metropolis and its long history makes Kosovo an attractive holiday destination.

Prishtina - a journey to important landmarks and warmhearted people

Prishtina is the capital of Kosovo and the cultural and economic hub of the country. Sports and education play a significant role in the dazzling city which features several historic monuments that are well worth seeing.

Of the many mosques in Prishtina, the Llap Mosque stands out. Built in 1470, this mosque is among the oldest buildings in Prishtina. The clock tower near the Jasar-Pascha Mosque and the pretty Old Town are also noteworthy places to visit.

Kosovo - picturesque landscapes, picture-perfect travels

Chirruping birds and snow-capped mountains. Kosovo’s landscape is beautifully diverse and an invitation to daydream: squirrels scampering in treetops, grass swaying in the wind and old stone bridges that pave the way across chortling streamlets.

Gnarled fruit trees and silver birch forests, pines, oaks and chestnuts – you’ll never be far from a cool shady spot in Kosovo. The fauna is no less enchanting: abundant fish in the rivers and lakes make it a great choice for anglers; diverse bird species seem to fly weightlessly in the dazzling blue sky, and the mountainous regions are home to bears, wolves and foxes.

Kosovo’s continental climate provides for sun-drenched, hot weather in summer and enchanting snow-rich winters. A fairytale holiday – romantic, mysterious and always good for a surprise!

Discover the beauty of Southeast Europe: a holiday in Kosovo

Are you longing to experience nature’s genuine beauty, magical places and a warm welcome? You can expect to find all of that in Kosovo. Your journey begins in Prishtina - a journey to a land full of secrets and sensuousness that embraces both tradition and modernity.

Distance & flight time

  • Distance from Zurich: 1125 km
  • Time shift: 0h
  • Flight time from Zurich: 01:55h

Speciality Prishtina

Cevapcici

The perfect choice for a barbecue on a mild summer evening: Cevapcici!

Mix lamb and minced beef with pepper, salt, paprika and plenty of garlic and shape into small rolls. Enjoy with chopped onions and white bread. So easy to make and so delicious!

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