Prizren

Prizren

Quick Facts

Population: ~180,000
Famous for: Prizren Fortress, Shadervan Square, Dokufest Film Festival
Region: Southern Kosovo

What to See

Prizren Fortress (Kalaja e Prizrenit) – Hike up for a panoramic view of the city and Bistrica River.

Shadervan Square – The lively heart of Prizren with fountains, cafés, and restaurants.

Sinan Pasha Mosque – A stunning 17th-century mosque overlooking the river.

Our Lady of Ljeviš Church – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, blending Byzantine and Ottoman influences.

Stone Bridge – The iconic Ottoman-era bridge crossing the Bistrica.

Prizren Fortress in Kosovo, overlooking the city with panoramic views.
Kalaja e Prizrenit
Our Lady of Ljeviš Church in Prizren, Kosovo, a medieval Serbian Orthodox church and UNESCO site.
Our lady of ljeviš church
Shadervan Square in Prizren, Kosovo, a lively public square with a central fountain.
shadervan square
Sinan Pasha Mosque in Prizren, Kosovo, an Ottoman-era mosque near Shadervan Square.
Sinan Pasha Mosque
Stone Bridge in Prizren, Kosovo, a historic Ottoman-era bridge over the Bistrica River.
Stone Bridge in Prizren

Eat & Drink

Cafés in Shadervan Square – Perfect for people-watching and coffee culture.

Don’t miss: Suxhuk i Prizrenit (local sausage) and ajvar (pepper spread).

Best time to visit: Summer for festivals & nightlife, Autumn for cooler walks.

Wear comfortable shoes — Prizren’s old town is full of cobblestone streets.

The fortress is best visited before sunset for incredible views.

Don’t miss tasting Prizren’s suxhuk (spicy sausage) and traditional sweets in the bazaar.