Kosovo

Europe

Southeast Europe, between Serbia and Macedonia.

42 35 N, 21 00 E

President Atifete Jahjaga	Prime Minister Hashim Thaçi

Capital
Pristina

Government
Parliamentary republic

Religion
Muslim, Serbian Orthodox, Roman Catholic.

Population
1,815,048

Ethnic group
Albanians 92%, other (Serb, Bosniak, Gorani, Roma, Turk, Ashkali, Egyptian) 8%.

National Language                   
Albanian
          
National Day
17 February 2008 (from Serbia)

Anthem
Europe

Currency
Euro (€)

Attractions
Church of Joseph the Worker,  Dervish Ritual,  Ethnology Museum Haxhi  Zeka Tower,  Kostiç House,  Luboten,  Mirusha Falls,  Novobërda Castle,  The Hadum Mosque, Vushtrri Castle 

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Art & Cultural

The ICON

Haxhi Zeka Tower      Haxhi Zeka Tower was built during the 19th century and is notable for its massive construction. What makes it unique when compared to other towers and castles in the region is the use of traditional bricks. The tower has an enclosed balcony from the southern corner of the building which symbolizes the interlacement of rural and urban structures. Although it has gone through considerable restoration throughout the years, the tower's characteristics and originality have been preserved. Inside, one can still spot decorative parts of the ceiling and other related elements such as the iron doorknobs or window frames.