Talk about striking architecture! I’ve never seen a building like it and whether you think it’s attractive or not it’s a great area to wander round, with lots of seating and a small open park next door. I didn’t get the chance to go in because it was closed when I passed, but it’s a landmark of the city and a must see when you’re visiting!

I was advised to visit this building as being “among the world’s 5 ugliest” and I must say that I, instead, found it to be SO Interesting and fascinating architecturally! I found this building to be an interesting mix of architectural engineering & political expression and I’d urge anyone with such interests to visit it when in the area.

My favourite building in Prishtina. I've heard some people be negative about the design, saying it's like a prison or scaffolding, but the simple fact is that it is the most creative piece of modern architecture in all of Prishtina (and even all of the former Yugoslavia ). There is a lot of poor urban planning in Prishtina, and buildings that are over the top or just plain cheap, whereas this library is a valuable contribution to the urban landscape above all others.

Unique architecture - definitely see when visiting Pristina. Sadly was not allowed inside

Impressive architecture, it is worth going inside.

Ranked among the ugliest buildings in the world. And from the architecture and interior I can’t but agree. However still it’s worth visiting or stopping by at on your way to the boulevard.

(Translated by Google) The National Library of Kosovo "Pjeter Began", with white glass domes, is still one of the symbols of Pristina Kosovo and Serbia. Cubes and domes, which are characteristic of objects in the region of the Balkans, are specifically framed by a steel fence in the form of a net. The construction of a modern style library was started in 1974 and was designed by famous Croatian architect Andrija Mutnjaković. The fence is designed to preserve books, and the domes have the meaning of the human brain. So there are 99 domes in the form of a brain that show that knowledge is acquired in this institution. In the interior of the library, on the first floor, there is a large reading room of 400 seats. On the second floor there are specialized stores, and on the third there are scientific shops and workshops. Books are stored in two underground floors. The Library Fund now consists of two million titles, among which are books and newspapers and magazines. Approximately 2,500 students visit the library every day, and when the exams are over and over. The library employs 77 workers and is open to visitors six days a week. Within the National Library throughout the year various educational and cultural events are organized, from scientific conferences to book promotion ... (Original) Nacionalna biblioteka Kosova "Pjeter Began", sa belim staklenim kupolama i dalje je jedan od simbola Prištine Kosova i Srbije. Kocke i kupole, koje su karakteristične za objekte u regionu Balkana, specifično su uokvirene čeličnom ogradom u obliku mreže. Izgradnja biblioteke, modernog stila, započeta je 1974. godine i dizajnirao ju je poznati hrvatski arhitekta Andrija Mutnjaković. Ograda je dizajnirana s ciljem da se očuvaju knjige, a kupole imaju značenje ljudskog mozga. Dakle, ima 99 kupola u obliku mozga koje pokazuju da se u ovoj instituciji stiče znanje. U unutrašnjosti biblioteke, na prvom spratu, nalazi se velika sala za čitanje od 400 mjesta.Na drugom spratu smještene su specijalizovane sale, a na trećem su naučne sale i radionice. Knjige se čuvaju u dva podzemna sprata. Fond biblioteke sada čini dva miliona naslova, među kojima su osim knjiga i novine i magazini. Oko 2.500 studenata dnevno posjeti biblioteku, a kada je vrijeme ispitnih rokova i više. U biblioteci je zaposleno 77 radnika i otvorena je za posjetioce šest dana u nedjelji. U okviru Nacionalne biblioteke tokom godine organizuju se razne obrazovne i kulturne manifestacije, od naučnih konferencija do promocija knjiga...

I liked, is a weird architecture but exotic. Inside is interesting as well. It closes at 18h:00.

Unusual architecture, cool to see. I actually find it looks better from further away, than close up

The National Library of Pristina, also known as the National Library of Kosovo, is a cultural institution and a landmark building located in the city of Pristina, the capital of Kosovo. The architect of the National Library of Pristina was Andrija Mutnjaković, a Croatian architect who won the international design competition held in 1971 for the building's design. The library was built between 1982 and 1986 during the period when Kosovo was part of Yugoslavia. The design of the library is striking, with its unique shape, made up of 99 domes of various sizes and irregular shapes, and its outer shell made of aluminum panels. The interior of the library is equally impressive, with its large central atrium and its intricate network of staircases and balconies that connect the different levels of the building. The National Library of Pristina was designed to be a cultural and intellectual center, not just a repository for books. It was intended to promote literacy and education, and to inspire creativity and innovation. Today, the library continues to serve as an important cultural institution in Kosovo, hosting a variety of cultural events and exhibitions, and providing access to a vast collection of books, periodicals, and other materials.

Architecture is impressive, but when you get closer you see the walls are vandalized by meaningless graffitis. Graffiti must be a part of art, not some random words. They should clean around. The inner side is cute. The woman who works at the top floor, who speaks German and Albanian is so warm and cute. We will remember her so good.

Perfect place for reading, what is need in this library is a room in working for technical science like civil engineering, machinery, robotics and room where students can drawing, testing, lab, etc.

My lovely park. Perfect area for walking, running ....fresh air....

Probably one of the best and cleanest parks in Kosova. Very close to Prishtina. You can go with bus number 4 all the way to the entrance. If you go with a car, the entrance fee is 1€ for cars. There is a parking outside of entrance than you can enter for free. There are 10+ walking/hiking trails. There are two big and fancy restaurants inside in the park. From entrance to the first restaurant there is around 2KM. Full hiking trail is 14KM and very accessible. It can get crowded during the weekend. From here you can go and hike all the way to Lake Badovc, Butovc or Matican. All the trails are open during the 365 days of the year. You can see Sharr Mountains, Luboten Peak and many other mountains around.

Good construction

The National Library in Pristina, Kosovo was designed by Croatian architect Andrija Mutnjakovic and opened in 1982. The library, with its 73 small domes, was supposed to be the focal point of the complex of university buildings. From above, the library looks like a motley cluster of cubes, varying in size and height, rather like a village. The domes supply even, natural light to the reading rooms. The cube shape contributes to the compactness and the sense of protection, which is further reinforced by the aluminum net of hexagons that is draped over the building.

You will not find a library or any building, for that matter, that looks like that. Some will hate it, others enjoy it. I imagine it's the sort of thing that gets more iconic as times goes on.

(Translated by Google) Library in rare style (Original) Biblioteca con un estilo raro

(Translated by Google) Kosovo is the national library. But it was closed when we left. It is a very different and stylish structure, but now there are spills. Although it was a university complex, there were not many students around. Right in the center of the city. Admission and sightseeing are free. I also recommend you to see a bird's eye view from the tower of the church next to Hen. (Original) Kosova ulusal kütüphanesi olarak geçiyor. Fakat bizim gittiğimizde kapalıydı. Çok değişik ve uzaktan şık görünen bir yapı ama şuan bakımsız yer yer dökülmeler mevcut. Üniversite kompleksi olmasına rağmen etrafta çok öğrenci yoktu. Tam şehir merkezi denilebilecek konumda. Giriş ve gezi ücretsiz. Hen yanında yer alan kilisenin kulesinden kuş bakışı görmenizi de tavsiye ederim.

(Translated by Google) I guess I didn't see the need to go inside the National Library ... (Original) Ulusal kütüphane galiba içine girip gezmeye gerek görmedim...

(Translated by Google) One of the uglier buildings I've seen, and also one of the most interesting. It is worth going here to see something different, something that we do not find in another city. (Original) Jeden z brzydszych budynków jaki widziałam, a zarazem jeden z ciekawszych. Warto się tu wybrać żeby zobaczyć coś innego, coś czego nie znajdziemy w innym mieście.

(Translated by Google) Part of the buildings to see in Pristina. Original architecture but lack of cleanliness and maintenance as is the case throughout the city. (Original) Fait parti des bâtiments à voir à Pristina. Architecture originale mais manque de propreté et d'entretien comme c'est le cas dans toute la ville.

Beautiful Park of Nature in Pristina, Serbia 🇷🇸☦

Probably the one and only national park that is so close to the capital city of Prishtina. Relatively clean and nice. It would be great if the government enforced strict rules to protect the park! Nice hiking trails. Main attraction for the locals during the summer.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful and attractive (Original) جميل وجذاب

(Translated by Google) Enjoyable and there are restaurants and coffees (Original) ممتع ويوجد مطاعم وقهاوي

Very nice park with a huge pool definitely would fill the day

The National Library of Kosovo🤌🏻😍

Lots of historical elements and space outside.

Unique infrastructure on a global scale. Around a place where you can sit in peace from the hustle and bustle of the city. Something special.

Weirdest building ever outside, beautiful in the inside. It's listed to be "the ugliest building in the world" but I guess it depends because I found it breathtaking.

Serbian

A truly beautiful building that you just can’t take your eyes away from

The most unique building of Kosovo capital 🇽🇰

Nice Building, but if you go close... It seams to be in Bad conditions

This isiconuc place in the centre of Pristina, highly recommend to visit it

Pretty cool building. First time I saw something of this design. Definitely a must see.

A beautiful bulging with very unique architecture

Looks really cool from the outside.

If you visit Prishtina, you need to visit this library. A very special building on the in- and outside.

Worth the detour to see the architecture.

(Translated by Google) The National Library in Prishtina is the work of Croatian architect Andrija Mutnjaković and began operating in 1982, and its appearance is inspired by the honeycomb. (Original) Narodna biblioteka u Prištini je delo hrvatskog arhitekte Andrije Mutnjakovića i počela je sa radom 1982. godine, a njen izgled inspirisan je pčelinjim saćem

(Translated by Google) A library with a great appearance. However, it is national. It may seem too avant-garde compared to other buildings in Pristina. However, the wish of peace is actually put in. Because the Serbian Byzantine style and the Kosovo Islamic style are mixed. In reality, Kosovo can't reach Serbia yet, but at least I want peace of mind. (Original) 外観がすごい図書館。 だが国立である。 プリシュティナのほかの建物に比べて前衛的すぎるようにも思えるかもしれない。 しかし実際は平和の願いが込められている。 なぜならセルビアのビザンチン様式とコソボのイスラム様式が混ざっているからだ。 現実にはいまだコソボ側からセルビアへは渡れないが、せめて意識だけはこれからも平和であってほしいですね。

(Translated by Google) My favorite building in the city, the cosmic block, it's worth going inside. (Original) Mój ulubiony budynek w mieście, kosmiczna bryła, warto wejść do środka.

(Translated by Google) only passing, the building is impressive from the outside. (Original) uniquement de passage, l edifice est impressionnant de l exterieur.

Beautiful

One of the most iconic buildings

(Translated by Google) The library was created in 1982 in a modern style, it could almost seem like a building site since it is located in the middle of a bare park with a church under construction (which probably will never be finished). I didn't go inside but it's one of the things to see in this little town. (Original) La biblioteca è stata creata nel 1982 in stile moderno, potrebbe sembrare quasi un cantiere visto che si trova al centro di un parco spoglio con una chiesa in costruzione (che probabilmente non verrà mai finita). Non sono entrato all'interno ma è una delle cose da vedere in questa piccola città.

Very nice building (irony) :)

(Translated by Google) Henteco library. (Original) ヘンテコな図書館。

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bene

(Translated by Google) A place from another time, poorly maintained (this is its charm). Atypical architecture, typical of the socialist era. Free admission. (Original) Un endroit d'un autre temps , mal entretenu ( cela fait son charme). Architecture atypique, typique de l'époque socialiste. Entrée gratuite.

(Translated by Google) Very funny building (Original) Edifício muito engraçado

This place is crazy. Looks like a library ready for battle. If you pop inside it's a little run down, but still some interesting little corners to explore.

(Translated by Google) The building of the National Library of Kosovo. It looks much nicer from a distance, e.g. from the cathedral's tower. But this is definitely one of the must see places when visiting Pristina. (Original) Budynek Biblioteki NarodowejKosowa. Zdecydowanie ładniej wygląda z daleka np. z wieży katedry. Ale jest to na pewno jedno z obowiązkowych miejsc do zobaczenia podczas wizyty w Prisztinie.

Nice architectural design and historic experience. But place is not well maintained I guess.

Cool brutalist architecture. Wish they maintained it better

Very interesting architecture.

Unique and possibly on of a kind.

An iconic structure which is worth a look for it's unusual architecture.

(Translated by Google) Just a symbol of Kosovo. (Original) Просто символ Косово.

(Translated by Google) Special building to visit (Original) Especialíssim edifici per visitar

I haven’t decided year if I like it or hate it. Design is really original

(Translated by Google) The building is special but we close when we visit today! (Original) 建築物很特別 但是我們今天到訪時關門!

It looks like a honeycomb blanket was layered on top of this library. Most interesting building in town.

There are contradictory opinions about its style. The roof is composed with domes of different sizes and the wall is entirely covered in a metal fishing-like net. The result is amazing.

Ok

Nice size, wooded park with activities and cafes. The park contains a swimming pool, amphitheater, volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts, walking trails w/ benches, children's playgrounds, and a fresh water spring you can drink from. The pool is pretty cool- designed like a lake and has a slide. There are two cafes available. Nice

Natural geography 🌟 is very nice place, silence, relax, comfortable, cool

I had my first date here , and in was drown in her eyes , it was like ocean , so blue and so beautiful , I wanted to steel it , in was jealous of any one who staired at it before me , I could just look at her eyes and not understanding the time passing . I love here so much.

Trekking, cycling, trail running. Always on my list when I visit Pristina.

Fantastic Nature but lots of trash everywhere...

The best green area you can find in Pristina

🤗

(Translated by Google) Just great, I had a lot of fun with my familje (Original) Einfach super ich hatte mit meine familje viel Spaß

Super 👌

Super place for sport and relax activities :)

(Translated by Google) Wonderful forest for walking (Original) غابة رائعة للمشي

(Translated by Google) A beautiful place to visit (Original) Predivno mesto treba ga posetiti

Amazing Prishtina park. It's lake closed due to Covid19

Lovely place for walking or running

Very pleasant place

(Translated by Google) It is a beautiful forest-walking area, where you can find wonderful views and unmatched silence even in February, which I liked very much even though I was hesitant about going. ideal to get fresh air one last time before returning to Turkey to Kosovo. (Original) Giderken kararsız kalmama rağmen gidince çok beğendiğim, Şubat ayında bile çok harika manzaralar ve eşsiz sessizlik bulabileceğiniz güzel bir orman-yürüyüş alanı. Kosova'nın temiz havasını Türkiye'ye dönmeden son bir kez almak için ideal.

Gërmia Park is a very good place to walk, cycle, camp etc

(Translated by Google) clean air and very good relaxation (Original) air i paster dhe relaksm shum mir

Nice place to hang out there. There are 3 restaurants with happy people, relax music and excellent food. I like the frash air, it motivates me for running and enjoying the nature. There is also the Germia pool and a tennis &basketball court to play there. But I want to suggest you to don't go to the trees for running because it's surrounded with snakes and it's dangerous.

Great.

Nice pool on sumertime, park also

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Sehr schön

Being from another place either international or native, your chance to enjoy this park is in early August. At this time of the year, a big concert called Sunny Hill is held. Last year, there were artists such as Miley Cyrus and Calvin Harris (btw this last one was the bomb) that entertain the crowd for three days in a row. The place is buzzing with tourists and locals. You get to make new friends and live memories at the thrill of the music in the night. I'd suggest you bring boots (you'll thank me when you'll be turning home from a five hour dance off) and a sweater. It tends to get cold afterwards.

(Translated by Google) very nice (Original) sehr schön

(Translated by Google) Clean air, serenity, greenery. (Original) Ajri I pastër, qetësi, gjelbrim.

Perfect place to be visited with the family in nature in Pristina.

Germia park is the national park of the capital, Pristina. There is a giant swimming pool nearby and the scenery is awesome.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful park (Original) Parco bellissimo

(Translated by Google) Pool, basket, walk, ... we used to do a lot of work in Greece :) (Original) Bazen, basket, setnja, ... svasta svasta smo radili na Grmiji :)

(Translated by Google) Beautiful quiet place (Original) Vend I bukur I qetë

Excellent place , quiet place , fresh air fresh water !

(Translated by Google) She has a beautiful nature (Original) Çok güzel bir doğası var

A picturesque walking/jogging area outside the centre of Pristina. It is in about 15 minutes taxi drive from the centre, depending on the traffic. The park has a nice restaurant with a few conference/seminar rooms.

It's has very interesting architecture in overall, but inside is just marvelous!

Unique and controversial architecture. Worth a visit!

Outside is pretty, inside there's nothing to see... Also no tours in English sadly. So my recommendation; go see it but walk past.

Amazing piece of modern architecture. Make sure to go inside for a wander round too.

The National Library of Kosovo was inaugurated on 25 November 1982. It was designed by the Croatian architect Andrija Mutnjaković. Its space consists of 16,500 square meters. It is made with zenith windows, with a total 99 domes of different sizes and is entirely covered in a metal fishing net, which have their own particular architectural symbolism. Thr building is meant to represent a style blending Byzantine and Islamic architectural forms. The domes are often considered as the symbol of 'plis' the traditional Albanian cap.

I would be afraid to get in that building.

We don’t even know how to rate this place because its seriously the ugliest building we’ve ever seen, but also so unique that you need to see it. I mean if you’re in prístina you just have to go to understand.

Even that it's ranked almost the ugliest building in the world, you have to see it and evaluate it by yourself. It is worth it visiting.

A pretty interesting building

Amazing architecture, very interesting!

The most special building in the Balkans, a gem of Prishtina. A very unique design.