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Kosovo Related information

Capital: Pristina

City English Name: Pristina

Country: Kosovo

Country English Name: Kosovo

Province: N/A

Province English Name: N/A

Country Area Code: +383

Longitude and Latitude: 42.6026° N, 21.1651° E

Currency: Euro (€)

Language: Albanian, Serbian

IANA Time Zone: Europe/Belgrade

Standard Time Zone: Central European Time (CET)

Daylight Saving Time: Central European Summer Time (CEST)

Introduction:

Kosovo is a partially recognized state in Southeastern Europe. It declared independence from Serbia in 2008, but its sovereignty is disputed by Serbia and some other countries. Kosovo covers an area of approximately 10,908 square kilometers and has a population of around 1.9 million. The capital and largest city is Pristina.

Kosovo has a rich and complex history, having been ruled by various empires and kingdoms throughout the centuries. It was part of the Ottoman Empire for over 500 years, and later became part of Yugoslavia. After the breakup of Yugoslavia in the 1990s, Kosovo experienced a period of conflict and ethnic tension. The Kosovo War, which lasted from 1998 to 1999, resulted in the deaths of thousands of people and the displacement of hundreds of thousands more.

Today, Kosovo is a relatively stable and peaceful country. It has a mixed economy, with a significant reliance on agriculture and remittances from abroad. The government is working to improve the economy and attract foreign investment. Kosovo is also a popular tourist destination, with many visitors coming to see its historical and cultural sites.