Overview: Republic of Kosovo
NEWBORN COUNTRY

The Republic of Kosovo is in the center of southeastern Europe, between the Northern hemisphere parallels 42° and 44°, and located in the central Balkans.

Kosovo represents an important link between central and southern Europe and the Adriatic and Black Seas. Kosovo has an area of 10,908 square km.

Kosovo has a population of over 2 million consisting of 92% Albanians and 8% others (Serbs, Turks, Bosnian, Roma, and Ashkali).

Official languages are Albanian and Serbian.

Republic of Kosovo is a secular state and neutral in religious matters.

Independence Day: 17 Feb (2008)

Capital: Pristine.

Click here to download a tourist map of Kosovo.

Cultural and Natural Heritage

Kosovo represents a treasury of ethnic and religious heritages from various historical periods resulting in a mosaic of cultures. These heritages were influenced by a variety of historical, social, economic and religious circumstances. The entire artistic value as a heritage belongs to various styles, as Albanians and other peoples were inhabitants of this region. Also Kosovo has a specific natural heritage, including Cave of Gadime, the Waterfall Mirusha, Rugova gorge, Prevalla, Brezovica etc.

Economy

The Economic Policy of the Republic of Kosovo aims toward a free trade system. In this context, it has drafted a legal framework that ensures the fulfillment of European standards of competitiveness.

The Republic of Kosovo has a secure bank system, efficient tax system, and prioritizes developing the private sector.

For more information:
www.visitkosova.org 

Contact:
Bujar Kuçi
Tourism Department Director
Ministry of Trade and Industry
St. "Muharrem Fejza" n.n Hospital Square
10000 Pristina/ Republic of Kosovo

Phone: +381 38 200 36 323
Fax: +381(0) 38 200 36047
Mob: +377 44 307 803

E-mail:
bujar.kuqi@ks-gov.net

Web Site:
http://www.mti-ks.org 
http://www.visitkosova.org

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