The great thing about Kosovo is the myriad of day trips you’re able to take because its such a tiny country. During my short visit, we took a day trip every day, which was fun.
The village of Gračanica is a Serb enclave just outside Pristina where you can find the Serbian Orthodox Gračanica Monastery. Security is much more present in Gračanica than in other cities in Kosovo and as you drive through town notices indicate that video cameras are monitoring movements to deter violence and trouble makers. It’s a sad reminder that reconciliation in Kosovo between Albanians and Serbs is a long way off.
Beautiful Wooden Doors to Gračanica Monastery
Beautiful Gračanica Church at the Monastery
The medieval fortress at Novo Brdo was next up, which allowed us to stretch our legs for a mini-hike. Incidentally, A had never been to Gračanica or Novo Brdo so it was fun for him to explore, too. I think more of the fortress can be excavated, but considering it hasn’t really been taken care of over the years, it’s in pretty good shape.
Remnants of Novo Brdo Fortress
This cute guy hung out with us for the afternoon. He was so friendly we wanted to take him home, but he had an owner and promptly deserted us when they called for him.
Beautiful Day. Snow on the mountains!
Very Old Mosque
Pretty sunset just outside of Pristina
Adventures in Serendipity 
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