Pristina on foot - a colourful mix

Kosovo is one of the youngest states in the world. Its capital Pristina is still new territory for tourists. The country boasts a youthful population. You can experience a lust for life particularly well on foot. The most important sights are within walking distance. You will encounter a colorful mix of sites and surprising buildings.

On the grounds of the University of Pristina, the large and almost out-of-place building of the National Library catches the eye. The brutalist building is wrapped in a steel net and covered with 99 domes. It looks like as if white bubbles are trying to escape the bizarre shell. The library is open to the public and hence, can be visited.

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Many places in the city have a modern flair. A well-known example is the NEWBORN sign. The sculpture is a monument to Kosovo's independence, which was declared on 17 February 2008. The three-metre-high letters are still an important symbol today. In the meantime, graffiti with profound messages have been applied, which are also worth a quick look. Don’t be surprised if perhaps the artwork will look different when you visit again.