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How well do you know Kosovo?

by @voturquiz, Votur Quiz
10 questionsabout 3 minwith explanations

Test your knowledge on Europe's youngest nation! From breathtaking mountain peaks and ancient Roman ruins to chart-topping pop stars, explore the history, culture, and nature of Kosovo.

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Which world-famous pop star, known for hits like "New Rules", was born to Kosovar Albanian parents in London?

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A: Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa was born in London to Kosovar Albanian parents who had left Pristina in the 1990s. She lived in Kosovo for a few years during her youth before returning to London to pursue her music career. She was named an Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo in 2022.

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Which city serves as the capital and largest city of Kosovo?

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B: Pristina

Pristina is the vibrant capital of Kosovo, serving as its economic, cultural, and political heart. An iconic landmark in the city is the National Library of Kosovo, famous for its unique architecture featuring 99 white domes and a metal net covering the exterior.

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Who won Kosovo's first-ever Olympic gold medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games?

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B: Majlinda Kelmendi

Judoka Majlinda Kelmendi made history by winning the gold medal in the women's 52 kg category at the 2016 Summer Olympics. This was Kosovo's very first Olympic medal of any kind, sparking massive celebrations across the nation.

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What is the name of the traditional layered pastry, resembling a crepe cake, that is highly popular in Kosovo?

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A: Flija

Flija is a beloved traditional dish made of multiple layers of batter baked individually, usually over open coals using a metal lid called a sac. It is traditionally served with yogurt, pickled vegetables, or honey, and preparing it is often a social, outdoor event.

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Which 14th-century Serbian Orthodox monastery near Peja is famous for its colorful frescoes and is a UNESCO site?

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A: Patriarchate of Peć

The Patriarchate of Peć is a medieval monastery complex that serves as the spiritual seat of the Serbian Orthodox Church. Located at the entrance of the Rugova Gorge, its churches feature stunning, well-preserved Byzantine wall paintings.

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What is the name of the internationally renowned documentary and short film festival held annually in Prizren?

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A: DokuFest

DokuFest is the largest film festival in Kosovo, attracting filmmakers and cinema lovers from all over the world to Prizren every August. The festival is famous for its unique screening venues, including open-air theaters set up on the river and historical fortress walls.

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Which ancient Roman city and archaeological site near Pristina was once a major urban center of Dardania?

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A: Ulpiana

Ulpiana was an ancient Roman and Byzantine city that flourished as a political and cultural hub. Archaeologists have uncovered beautiful mosaics, basilicas, and ancient fortifications here, making it one of the most important archaeological parks in Kosovo.

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Which mountain in Kosovo's Accursed Mountains has a glacial lake just below its summit?

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B: Gjeravica

Gjeravica rises to 2,656 metres and was long listed as Kosovo's highest peak, although Velika Rudoka on the border with North Macedonia turns out to be a few metres higher. The lake just below Gjeravica's summit is the source of the Erenik river.

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Which national park lies in Kosovo's far south, along the borders with Albania and North Macedonia?

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A: Sharr Mountains National Park

Sharr Mountains National Park covers a large alpine area in southern Kosovo, rich in rare plants and animals such as the Balkan lynx and brown bears. The Sharr range itself continues into Albania and North Macedonia. The region is also home to the Sharplaninac, a giant, loyal sheepdog breed.

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Which typographic monument in Pristina was unveiled on the day Kosovo declared independence in 2008?

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B: Newborn Monument

The Newborn monument is an iconic typographic sculpture consisting of the seven letters spelling "NEWBORN". Every year on February 17, the monument is repainted with a new artistic theme to reflect current social or political messages.

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