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    • Gjakova or Đakovica is the sixth largest city of Kosovo and seat of the Gjakova Municipality and the Gjakova District. According to the last census of 2024, the municipality of Gjakova has 78,824 inhabitants. Geographically, it is located in the south-western part of Kosovo, about halfway between the cities of Peja and Prizren. It is approximately 100 km (62 … See more

    Etymology

    The Albanian name for the city is Gjakova. There are several theories on the origin of the village name, such as from the personal name Jakov, a variant of Jacob; the Serbian word đak (pupil); or from the Albanian word for "blood" (… See more

    History

    Gjakova was mentioned as a village with a market in the 1485 Ottoman defter, and had 54 households. The local Albanians developed it into a town in the 16th century. It has been a settlement with an ethnic Albanian m… See more

    CountryKosovo
    Elevation375 m (1,230 ft)
    Area code+381 390
    DistrictGjakova
    Geography

    Gjakova is located in the south-western part of Kosovo. To the north-east of the city, the west Kosovan plain of Metohija opens, while in the south-west the peak of Accursed Mountains rises. The city is also situated at t… See more

    Demography

    According to the 2024 census, the total population of the municipality is 78,824, of which 39,288 (49.84%) are males and 39,536 (50.16%) are females.
    According to the 2011 census, the resident population … See more

    Economy

    Gjakova built an economy based on farming and agriculture, lower trade and some types of manufacturing workshops which mainly produce for the needs of city-based products as imported cases. After World War II, … See more

    Education

    Gjakova has a long tradition of education since the beginning of civil life. According to the Gjakova tradition the Hadim Aga library was so rich in books so it was said "Who wants to see the Kaaba, let them visit the library of H… See more

    Culture

    Historical monuments in Gjakova are divided into three main categories based on their cultural, religious and social context. The core part of the city was created between the Krena River to the east and Cabrati hill … See more

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    WEBGjakova / Gjakovë (Albanian) Đakovica (Serbian) is a city in western Kosovo with about 101,000 inhabitants. Gjakova is a centre of culture and learning in Kosovo. Understand. [edit] The Gjakova Grand Bazaar. It …

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    What is Gjakova known for?
    The historic city of Gjakova, Kosovo, especially the Old Town, is the hub of many outdoor and indoor festivals, cultural events and street parades. Many of them are seasonal and take place only one time, while others are organised annually for many years by various festival societies. All of them draw interest from the locals and visitors alike.

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    Gjakova ( Albanian language) Gjakova or Gjakovë; Serbian: Ђаковица, Đakovica ;) is a city and municipality in western Kosovo. It is also the administrative centre of the district with the same name.

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    Is Gjakova a real town?
    Gjakova might be the most authentic town of Kosovo. At the same time, it is a modern municipality, and the only one with a female mayor. This was till 2017. The old town of Gjakova (Serbian: Đakovica) was one of the most developed trade centers during the rule of the Ottoman Empire in Balkans.

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    What happened to Gjakova?
    Gjakova was badly hit by the Kosovo War of 1998 – 99, fought between Kosovo Liberation Army guerrillas demanding the independence of Kosovo and Serbian forces. Around 75% of town's population was driven out by the Serb Army during the war, and many of the city's homes and important monuments were burnt down or otherwise destroyed.

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    WEBSep 11, 2021 · Restored minarets, inns, Sufi Tekkes and Turbes (mausoleums), stone bridges, and a colourful pedestrian street lined with cafes and shisha bars – Gjakova is a city you must explore on foot with …

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    WEBDec 5, 2023 · Gjakova/Gjakovë is a city in western Kosovo with about 150,000 inhabitants. Understand . Gjakova was badly hit by the Kosovo War of 1998–99, fought between Kosovo Liberation Army guerillas …