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Europe's youngest country (sorry Serbia), with Ottoman bazaars and mountain valleys. You should go if: You like lively cafés and layered history You want mountain scenery without crowds You enjoy meeting very hospitable people Must-visit places: Prizren: The prettiest old town, below a hilltop fortress Pristina: The capital, with a lively café and nightlife scene Peja and the Rugova Gorge: Canyons, hiking and the Patriarchate monastery Gjakova: A historic bazaar Visoki Dečani Monastery: A UNESCO-listed medieval site Must-try foods: Flija: Layered pancake baked slowly in a pan Qebapa: Small grilled sausages Pite and burek Tavë kosi and strong Turkish-style coffee Fun facts: Kosovo declared independence in 2008; not every country recognizes it. The "Newborn" monument in Pristina is repainted each year on the anniversary. It has one of the youngest populations in Europe. Logistics: Best time: May to September; winter for skiing in Brezovica Currency: Euro Getting there: Pristina airport (PRN) or buses from Albania, North Macedonia and Montenegro Entry: Check requirements for your passport, and any rules for crossing between Serbia and Kosovo Tipping: Round up or about 10 percent Must-learn phrases: Hello: Përshëndetje Please: Ju lutem Thank you: Faleminderit Goodbye: Mirupafshim How much is it?: Sa kushton? Cheers!: Gëzuar!