Prizren

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Kosovo’s historic capital, Prizren, is the country’s second largest city and offers a mix of Ottoman-era architecture and lively modern energy. The city’s cobblestone center is dominated by the 17th-century Sinan Pasha Mosque, its landmark minaret towering above a maze of shops selling copperware, spices, and traditional textiles. The hilltop Prizren Fortress keeps watch over the city from a spot occupied since the Bronze Age, offering spectacular views. The 14th-century Our Lady of Ljeviš Church is a Serbian Orthodox site and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Medieval Monuments in Kosovo” since 2006. Thanks to extensive restoration efforts, visitors can admire it’s spectacular Byzantine-era frescoes. Compact and walkable, Prizren balances history with youthful energy—a must-visit for travelers exploring Kosovo’s heritage.