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HOTELS IN PRISTINA
Submitted by kyongpark on Fri, 11/08/2006 - 11:26am.
From: ADL KosovoTo: Nguyen LCCc: lc nguyen
Subject: RE : "Lost highway expedition" looking for cheap places inPrishtina (14 and 15 of August 06)Date: Wed, 9 Aug 2006 17:50:03 +0200 (CEST)
Bonjour!
you have 3 hotels with various prices in the centre of Peishtina :Hotel Grand : +381.38.500.123. +377.44.500.334. (mobile) approximatelyfrom 40 euro to 80 euro by night
Hoetl Begolli +381.38.237.713. +377.44.308.093. (mobile) approximatelyfrom 35 euro to 60 euro by night
Hotel Sara +381.38.236.203. +377.44.238.765. (mobile) approximately from20 euro to 50 euro by night
For the artistic activities I don't know what to say to you becauseeveryone is on holiday during this time... But if I have an idea Icontact you.
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Prishtina Hotel Information

The Prishtina Hotel, is located within the heart of the city's most important business district. Enter our hotel and be welcomed as a longtime friend. At downtown Prishtina hotel, you immediately find yourself at home in our living room, sipping a glass of wine in our fine restaurant, surrounded by our hotel's gallery of paintings created by Kosova artists. Just step out the door and you'll find art galleries, bars, specialty shops, theaters and restaurants, all within walking distance. Our 32 charming guest rooms and suites are reminiscent of a small hotel in the European tradition.

Prishtina City

Kosova's Cities Prishtina is located at the north-east edge of the Kosova plain in the centre of Kosova. It is on the route between the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) and Serbia proper. Prishtina is the economic, cultural, political, and administrative centre of Kosova. Comprising a territory of 854 km2, Prishtina is the most populous municipality in Kosova, which doubled after the conflict.

In 1991 the city was home to about 200,000 inhabitants, but presently, it is estimated that approximately 550,000, including 200,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) from other areas of Kosova. Furthermore, Prishtina is home to a large international presence.

Airoport Prishtina

Prishtina Airport is Kosova’s main and central airport, which by performance covers the needs of the major part of the country. Its location (16 km) near Kosova’s capital Prishtina and not farther than 80 km to other main cities makes it especially important for the country. It was officially opened at the present location in 1965. In 1985 the Airport Prishtina location has been equipped with modern technology in compliance with ICAO standards. Since Kosovo war conflict has ended, and the official comeback of the airport staff on 20th of June 1999, the airport has been transformed into an international airport, providing air transport to most European capitals and connecting destinations in most of the World. The airport has re-build the facilities and new equipment was installed which helps offering a wide range of quality services to its passengers and visitors. The company carries out airport services such as receiving and sending off planes and passengers, cargo depot, catering and sells goods, as well as performs other commercial activities for airport users, such as renting the business premises, parking facilities and other.The airports needs were oriented towards the renovation in the post war period. In the last 3 years the company renovated and reorganized the airport completely. The apron, the passenger terminal is being renovated and expanded, work to be completed in the next few months (by the end of the summer 2002), utilities and energy supplies were upgraded and the buildings used for cargo traffic were newly built.Safety in air traffic is of special relevance, and with the latest acquisition, a modern X-ray for baggage inspection, the airport is even safer. Investment into expansion of the parking lot for passenger vehicles (capacity 650 vehicles), modernization of arrival and baggage claim areas in the airport building is also underway. Airport Prishtina is operating successfully; statistics show that the air traffic has grown significantly after the post war period, which has been followed with successful activities of the Airport organization.Future plans also include further modernization of the airport. The company will strive to develop a better network of connections between Kosova and Europe.For Kosova, the Prishtina Airport is the gateway to the world.

Hasan Prishtina (1873 in Vushtrri - 1933) was briefly prime minister of Albania in December 1921. He studied politics and law in Istanbul. His real last name was "Berisha" but he changed it when elected a parliament member, during 1908-1912, of the Turkish National Parliament in Istanbul.

After the Ottoman Government did not keep their promises for more rights and independence to the Albanian nation, Hasan Prishtina and several other prominent Albanian intellectuals started organizing the Albanian National Movement. He together with Isa Boletini and Bajram Curri took the responsibility to start the Movement in Kosovo.

He was elected a minister in the Albanian government of Ismail Qemaili in 1913.

In 1918, Hasan Prishtina, Kadri Prishtina (Hoxhë Kadriu), Bajram Curri and many others create the comittee National Protection of Kosovo]] and had their representatives in Rome and Albania.

He was in charge of the delegation in december 1919, participating to protect the rights of Albania in the Peace Conference of Paris, where he requested the re-unification of Kosovo and Albania.

He was the main organizer of Lushnja Congress in 1920.

Later in 1921 he was elected as the prime minister of the Albanian government, but resigned due to contradictions he had with Ahmet Zogu, the King of Albania. He remained just a member of the parliament.

After the establishment of good relations with the Slovene, Croat and Serbian Empire of 1922 and Ahmet Zogu's government, Hasan Prishtina and many other leaders from Kosovo were persecuted. There are claims that Ahmet Zogu even authorized the Serbian troops to search for him in Albania's territory.

In the end of february of 1923, Hasan Prishtina and Bajram Curri organized an uprisal of Albanians in Kosovo, against the Serbian troops installed there. This uprisal was crushed, as no assistance was provided by Ahmet Zogu.

After this uprisal, several persecutions of Albanians in Kosovo followed.

Hasan Prishtina is known to have been very rich, and sold almost all his property to finance the education of Albanians from Kosovo in universities around Europe, and for the armed resistance, during all his life.

He was imprisoned by Belgrade for a period, was released in 1931, and was killed in Thesaloniki in 1933 by king Zog and Serbian government.

Prishtina History

Prishtina History
The area of Prishtina has a long history, in its vincity archaeological discoveries have been found which date back to the early neolithical ages.The remains of Ulpiana, near Prishtina :Southeast of the city, the remains of Ulpiana were discovered, the center of the Illyrian province of Dardania. Ulpiana was founded in the 2nd century during the rule of Emperor Trajan, and renewed in the 6th century during the rule of Justinian, after whom it was called Iustinana Secunda. According to inscriptions on the monuments from Ulpiana, it is apparent that it was one of the most beautiful cities of the Illyrian Dardania, as it was often reffered to as Ulpiana Splendissima. A number of articles were discovered here such as coins, ceramics, weapons, jewlery, all of which are exhibited at the Museum of History of Kosova in Prishtina.After the incursions of Slavs and barbarians during the early Middle Ages, the destroyed town of Ulpiana was abandoned, creating the locality for the new town of Prishtina.During Serbian rule, Prishtina was a major political center. Near Prishtina is the site of the Battle of Kosova (1389), in which a Balkan alliance, led by Serbian Prince Lazar, fought against the Ottoman army. The battle marked the begining of Ottoman rule of the region.


In the 19th century, according to the writings of A. Bue (1838), Prishtina had 7000-9000 inhabitants, and Hilferding (1857) wrote that the town had 1500 houses, one fifth of which were Serbian. In the middle of the 19th century, Prishtina was famous for its fairs (panair) of various crafts and trade articles, especially goat hide and hair articles, coppersmiths, pottery, embroidery, etc.During World War II, Prishtina (with around 16,000 inhabitants), was included in the zone occupied by Italians, and was the center of the prefecture with the same name.Historical monuments near Prishtina include the Gracanica Monastery, built in 1321 on the basis of an older church, and the Mausoleum of Sultan Murat, reconstructed in 1850 by Hurshid Pasha.

Prishtina EducactionPrishtina is the most significant high education center of Kosova. The University of Prishtina, founded in 1970, is located here with its 13 faculties (colleges). Prishtina is also home of the Academy of Arts and Sciences of Kosova which gathers Kosova's most prominent intellectuals, the Institute of Albanology, and the Institute of History. Unfortunately, after the Belgrade authorities revoked Kosova's autonomy and took over its administration, in an attempt to close down these institutions deprived them of their buildings and offices, forcing them to find alternative working space around the city. In addition, the Serb police frequently harrass members, professors, students and employees of these institutions.


Something about Prishtina


Prishtina is the capital of Kosova and it has about 250.000 population. Most of them are the Albanian nationality and a small percent of other nationalities. It is a crossroad of significant international routes, for the inersection of arterial roads connection the Western and Esastern Europ with the near East. Not very far from Prishtina, situated in the southeast of the city, the great antique town of Ulpiana, the center of the Illyrian Dardania was founded in the beginning of the second centry AD.

This is Prishtina City

Go To Prishtina

Go to PrishtinaGo to Prishtina is part of Visit Dardania travel and tourist guides to Kosova. The following is a list of website providing travel and tourist information about Kosova. Find out everything you want to know about Kosovar tourism, including the top destinations, guides for discovering Kosovar historical and cultural heritage, directions for exploring the unspoiled natural beauties, activities and things you can do while in Kosova, and other practical information, such as country facts and figures, accommodation (hotels, motels, guesthouses, hostels), wining and dining (finest restaurants), arts and entertainment, events, maps, local transport, local currency, telephones, international post, local phrases and more.

Kosova Prishtina

Kosova > Prishtina

Prishtina is the capital and the largest city of Kosova, it and its suburbs have a total population of over 400,000. It is the administrative, economical, and cultural center of Kosova.


Mother Teresa Street


Bill Clinton Boulevard

The area of Prishtina has a long history, in its vincity archaeological discoveries have been found which date back to the early neolithical ages.


The remains of Ulpiana, near Prishtina

Southeast of the city, the remains of Ulpiana were discovered, the center of the Illyrian province of Dardania. Ulpiana was founded in the 2nd century during the rule of Emperor Trajan, and renewed in the 6th century during the rule of Justinian, after whom it was called Iustinana Secunda. According to inscriptions on the monuments from Ulpiana, it is apparent that it was one of the most beautiful cities of the Illyrian Dardania, as it was often reffered to as Ulpiana Splendissima. A number of articles were discovered here such as coins, ceramics, weapons, jewlery, all of which are exhibited at the Museum of History of Kosova in Prishtina.

After the incursions of Slavs and barbarians during the early Middle Ages, the destroyed town of Ulpiana was abandoned, creating the locality for the new town of Prishtina.

During Serbian rule, Prishtina was a major political center. Near Prishtina is the site of the Battle of Kosova (1389), in which a Balkan alliance, led by Serbian Prince Lazar, fought against the Ottoman army. The battle marked the begining of Ottoman rule of the region.


The Gracanica Monastery (14th century) near Prishtina

Prishtina developed in the 14th and 15th century as a mining and trading center of the Novoberde and the Mount Kopaonik (Albanik) mining industry. During the Ottoman rule in the region, it was an important administrative center, seat of the ruling Pasha, and for a while it was the center of the Kosova Vilayet.

During the Austrian-Turkish Wars of the 17th century, the Albanian population of Prishtina under the command of Pjet'r Bogdani fought aside the Austrian army against the Ottoman Turks. During Piccollominni's campaign and later Austrian campaigns, Prishtina suffered considerably, as was the case during the 1859 and 1863 fires.

A rendering of the building of the Academy of Arts and Sciences
(18th century), an example of Prishtina's traditional architecture

Faith Mosque (15th century)

In the 19th century, according to the writings of A. Bue (1838), Prishtina had 7000-9000 inhabitants, and Hilferding (1857) wrote that the town had 1500 houses, one fifth of which were Serbian. In the middle of the 19th century, Prishtina was famous for its fairs (panair) of various crafts and trade articles, especially goat hide and hair articles, coppersmiths, pottery, embroidery, etc.

During World War II, Prishtina (with around 16,000 inhabitants), was included in the zone occupied by Italians, and was the center of the prefecture with the same name.

Historical monuments near Prishtina include the Gracanica Monastery, built in 1321 on the basis of an older church, and the Mausoleum of Sultan Murat, reconstructed in 1850 by Hurshid Pasha.



Prishtina became the capital of Kosova after World War II. Up to this point, Prishtina had retained its appearance as an oriental town, but the intensive modernization of Prishtina in socialist Yugoslavia had managed to completely change the structure and look of the city, and had even destroyed the old ,arshia (shopping street) and 18th and 19th century buildings to replace them with new ones.
The old narrow cobble stone streets and low mostly mud made houses were replaced by new modern complexes and wide streets, and attractive public buildings: the Assembly Building, Radio Station, the Television of Prishtina, Press and Publishing Hall, the University Library, several banking centers, etc.


The Grand Hotel in Prishtina

After Serbia revoked Kosova's autonomous status in 1989, virtually all public buildings and companies of Prishtina were taken over by Serbian appointed managements, which dismissed virtually all Albanian employees.

Prishtina is the most significant high education center of Kosova. The University of Prishtina, founded in 1970, is located here with its 13 faculties (colleges). Prishtina is also home of the Academy of Arts and Sciences of Kosova which gathers Kosova's most prominent intellectuals, the Institute of Albanology, and the Institute of History. Unfortunately, after the Belgrade authorities revoked Kosova's autonomy and took over its administration, in an attempt to close down these institutions deprived them of their buildings and offices, forcing them to find alternative working space around the city. In addition, the Serb police frequently harrass members, professors, students and employees of these institutions.

The most popular localities of Prishtina are Kurrizi (The Spine) in the Dardania quarter and Qafa (The Neck) near the center of the city, which feature many shops, cafés and hangouts, opened in tunnels built within residential buildings.


Short guide to Prishtina*
Nowhere else in the Mediterranean Europe will you be greeted by such an overwhelming warmth and hospitality by local people. Prishtina, the capital of Kosova, embraces and shares the culture that knows how to grasp the little pleasures of life.
Slow down, don’t rush, relax – Prishtina people offer you a great choice of trendy cafés, bars and restaurants to taste their remarkably excellent food and coffee as well as experience their positive approach toward life. Prishtina is a wonderful modern city featuring remnants of antique cultures: Illyrian, Roman, Byzantium, and Ottoman. Once discovered Prishtina divulges its charm and beauty, and you are already in love - with a Wonderful Prishtina!
How to Get There?
The following table provides information about flights arriving to Prishtina International Airport (PRN) from various countries. See Table 1.
For budget-minded travellers, the following bus services operate to Prishtina from a number of European countries. See Table 2.
Shuttle buses for Prishtina city centre leave every other hour and cost €3. Alternatively, taxis are available for the price of €20. It takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the centre of Prishtina. You have touched down in Prishtina when you notice a huge poster of Bill Clinton welcoming you to the city.
Four Seasons in Prishtina Spring Prishtina is awakening itself from the winter sleep in late March. Snow melting, trees blossoming, cafés filling up with people – Prishtina is blushing with its youthful and cheerful mood. In order to take that special breath of spring-feel in the air, you must go to Gërmia Park – a green and delightful place to spend a lovely afternoon with your friends or your family. A jogger or a barbeque lover, you will appreciate its greenery and fresh air whereas the children’s attention will be captured by the little zoo.Not to forget though, one must attend a famous book fair held in the Youth and Sports Centre of Prishtina, every May. Well known Albanian writers gather to celebrate and appreciate the fast-growing literature world of Kosova. New and old books are being presented, criticised and praised. The book fair lasts for a whole week – this is an event not to miss. Even if you are just a mere passer-by, you will be welcomed there and looked after by the local people.SummerIn summer, Prishtina is in its most thriving and entertaining time of the year. This is the time when Prishtina reveals all its beauty and energy. You walk into the centre of town, and find yourself among thousands of shops, cafés, and bars. Bill Clinton and Mother Teresa boulevards will blister with a healthy laughter and cheerfulness of the local people.This is the time of the year when Prishtina invites you to chill into a huge outdoor swimming pool – probably the largest in the whole of Europe. The heat of the sun and relaxation in the cool waters - what else can a person wish for his ultimate pleasure?Summer is a perfect time for you to explore the historical sights situated around Prishtina city. Shielded in the land of endless legends, Turbia of Sinan Pasha, Graçanica Monastery, the remains of Ancient Ulpiana, and Marble Cave, will tell you the history from the eyes of ordinary Kosovars, who were there to witness changes happen.AutumnIn autumn, Prishtina’s carefree and high-spirited summer lifestyle turns into a busy and lively flurry of finest food markets. It is the time when farmers from the farthest villages of Kosova bring their summer fruits and vegetables to the heart of Prishtina. It is a pleasant experience to get caught up in between the stalls full of fresh and famous Kosovar pairs and most importantly, millions and millions of sacks of different peppers. The sellers are there to make sure you do not leave the market without tasting every single fruit or nut. It is simply delightful!After a busy day in the market, you now wish to sit back and make most of Prishtina’s theatre season. Autumn offers you a great choice of cultural activities. If you fancy having a good laugh, you should go and watch a comedy in a local theatre. If you wish to learn about Albanian folklore, you may want to attend a concert performed by the best singers and dancers of the region.Picturesque markets and rich festive cultural life complement the colourful beauty of the autumn in Prishtina.WinterThe remarkable beauty of Prishtina is such that it truly endures and exposes all four distinct seasons of the year. Winter in Prishtina is usually cold. Yet, it does not necessarily mean that you cannot enjoy it. In fact, wherever you walk, in the streets or in the parks, you appreciate elegant frost of the trees and piles of white snow reflecting bright sunshine into your face.It is probably the calmest season of the year. Although, Prishtina cafés and restaurants are never empty. You must pop in a Qebabtore or Burektore – a typical Albanian eating place – to try traditional pies and pastries served with yogurt and fresh tomato salad. What’s more, you may want to join a customary ritual of drinking nice warm tea in oriental style.Still, to fully appreciate and enjoy winter time in Prishtina you should go skiing to Gërmia Mountain, which is situated 6 km east of Prishtina at 1100m above the sea level. Fun and thrill of skiing will be even more enchanted when you realise that Gërmia Mountain grants you the most vivid panorama. You will be able to enjoy a clear view of the dramatic outline of Kosova Valley and the caps of Sharri Mountains.
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*Alternative spellings: Prishtinë, Pristina.

Prishtina


Visit Prishtina® is the leading independent travel and tourist guide to Prishtina, the capital of Kosova. Whether you are visiting Prishtina for tourism, business or taking part in a conference, Visit Prishtina can help you get the most out of your stay in the city. You can find out facts and figures about the city, places of interest, the finest hotels and restaurants, things to do and see, arts and entertainment, view maps, events, obtain practical information and much more.