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Dukagjin (region)
Metohija (), also known in Albanian as Dukagjini, (, ) is a large basin and the name of the region covering the southwestern part of Kosovo. The region covers 35% (3,891 km2) of Kosovo's total area. According to the 2024 census, the population of the region is 570,147. Names The name ''Metohija'' derives from the Greek word (''metóchia''; singular , '' metóchion''), meaning "monastic estates" – a reference to the large number of villages and estates in the region that were owned by the Serbian Orthodox monasteries and Mount Athos during the Middle Ages. In Albanian the area is called ''Rrafshi i Dukagjinit'' and means "the plateau of Dukagjin", as the toponym (in Albanian) took the name of the Dukagjini family who ruled a large part of Dukagjini during the 14th-15th centuries. According to Jahja Drançolli, a professor at the University of Pristina, the oldest name for the region is ''Dukagjin Plain'' () or simply Dukagjin and the region was under the Sanja ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Map Of Geographical Regions Of Kosovo
A map is a symbolic depiction of interrelationships, commonly spatial, between things within a space. A map may be annotated with text and graphics. Like any graphic, a map may be fixed to paper or other durable media, or may be displayed on a transitory medium such as a computer screen. Some maps change interactively. Although maps are commonly used to depict geographic elements, they may represent any space, real or fictional. The subject being mapped may be two-dimensional such as Earth's surface, three-dimensional such as Earth's interior, or from an abstract space of any dimension. Maps of geographic territory have a very long tradition and have existed from ancient times. The word "map" comes from the , wherein ''mappa'' meant 'napkin' or 'cloth' and ''mundi'' 'of the world'. Thus, "map" became a shortened term referring to a flat representation of Earth's surface. History Maps have been one of the most important human inventions for millennia, allowing humans t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Altitude
Altitude is a distance measurement, usually in the vertical or "up" direction, between a reference datum (geodesy), datum and a point or object. The exact definition and reference datum varies according to the context (e.g., aviation, geometry, geographical survey, sport, or atmospheric pressure). Although the term ''altitude'' is commonly used to mean the height above sea level of a location, in geography the term elevation is often preferred for this usage. In aviation, altitude is typically measured relative to mean sea level or above ground level to ensure safe navigation and flight operations. In geometry and geographical surveys, altitude helps create accurate topographic maps and understand the terrain's elevation. For high-altitude trekking and sports, knowing and adapting to altitude is vital for performance and safety. Higher altitudes mean reduced oxygen levels, which can lead to altitude sickness if proper acclimatization measures are not taken. Vertical distance ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mirusha Park
Mirusha Park (; ) is a regional park located in the central part of Kosovo on the eastern side of the Metohija, Dukagjin Plain. The area has been put under protection in 1975 as a special nature reserve, with an area of by a decision of municipality of Rahovec and Klina. Due to its geoheritage values, specific landscapes, as well as high plant diversity, in 1982 it was declared a regional park in the fifth category (Protected Landscape) according to IUCN, with an area of , stretching on three municipalities: Klina, Malisheva and Rahovec. One year later in 1983 due hydrological, geomorphological and landscape values, the water flow of river Mirusha (river), Mirusha has also been put under protection in third category (Natural Monument) according to IUCN. Its area consist of and belongs to Rahovec and Klina municipalities. Features Mirusha Park is known for its canyon in which flows the Mirusha (river), Mirusha River that creates series of karst lakes and waterfalls arranged ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rugova Canyon
Rugova Canyon (; , ''Rugovska klisura'') or Rugova Gorge () is a river canyon near Peja in western Kosovo. The canyon is located in the Albanian Alps, close to the border with Montenegro. With a length of and a depth up to 1,000 meters, Rugova is considered to be one of Europe's longest and deepest canyons. It was created by water erosion and the retreat of the Peja glacier. The Lumbardhi i Pejës river cuts through the canyon. In 1985, Rugova Canyon was declared a protected monument of natural heritage due to its geological, hydrological, speleological and botanic values and its spectacular landscape. Geography The canyon starts to narrow about three kilometres from Peja and continues to narrow for the next six kilometres, creating a steep valley which the river of Peja Bistrica flows through. It narrows again in an outfall along the western road of the region connecting Kosovo with Montenegro. The average depth of the valley is 650–1000 meters. The canyon is inhabited o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Office For Kosovo And Metohija
The Office for Kosovo and Metohija (; ) is a coordination body of the Government of Serbia. It was constituted on 2 August 2012 after the dissolution of Ministry for Kosovo and Metohija. The current office director is Petar Petković. Organization and jurisdiction The Director-general, director is in charge of the Office, and is appointed by the Government of Serbia. The mandate of the director is 5 years. The Jurisdiction of the Office is established by its statute: * Monitoring of conclusion and implementation of international agreements related to Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija, Kosovo and Metohija. * Maintaining contacts with international organizations, countries, NGOs and other relevant institutions regarding the future status of Kosovo and Metohija * Monitoring the implementation of international agreements in the field of human rights in Kosovo and Metohija. * Monitoring compliance with Resolution 1244 and the Constitutional Framework in the process of conclu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ministry For Kosovo And Metohija
The Ministry for Kosovo and Metohija (; ) was the ministry in the Government of Serbia responsible for the issues relating to Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija, Kosovo and Metohija from 2008 to 2012. History The ministry was formed on 7 July 2008, taking over the jurisdictions of disbanded Coordination Center for Kosovo and Metohija. It was abolished on 27 July 2012 after the formation of the Office for Kosovo and Metohija, while also one Minister without portfolio (Serbia), minister without portfolio was in charge for the issues that were in charge of the abolished ministry. List of ministers Political Party: See also * Office for Kosovo and Metohija References External links Serbian ministries, etc – Rulers.org {{DEFAULTSORT:Ministry For Kosovo And Metohija Defunct government ministries of Serbia 2008 establishments in Serbia 2012 disestablishments in Serbia Ministries established in 2008 Ministries disestablished in 2012 Autonomous Province of Kosovo and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2008 Kosovo Declaration Of Independence
The 2008 Kosovo declaration of independence, which proclaimed the Kosovo, Republic of Kosovo to be an independent and sovereign state, was adopted at a meeting held on 17 February 2008 by 109 out of the 120 members of the Assembly of Kosovo, including the Prime Minister of Kosovo, Hashim Thaçi, and by the President of Kosovo, Fatmir Sejdiu (who was not a member of the Assembly). It was the second declaration of independence by Kosovo Albanians, Kosovo's Albanian-majority political institutions; Republic of Kosova, the first was proclaimed on 7 September 1990. The legality of the declaration has been disputed. Serbia sought international validation and support for its stance that the declaration was illegal, and in October 2008 requested Advisory opinion on Kosovo's declaration of independence, an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice. The Court determined that the declaration did not violate international law. As a result of the ICJ decision, a joint Serbiaâ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Autonomous Province Of Kosovo And Metohija
The Autonomous Province of Kosovo and Metohija (APKM) (; ), commonly known as Kosovo (; ) and abbreviated to Kosmet (from ''Kosovo (region), Kosovo'' and ''Metohija, Metohija''; ) or KiM (), is an autonomous province that occupies the southernmost corner of Serbia, as defined by the Constitution of Serbia, country's constitution. The territory is the subject of an ongoing Political status of Kosovo, political and territorial dispute between the Republic of Serbia and the partially recognised Kosovo, Republic of Kosovo, with the APKM being viewed as the ''de jure'' interpretation of the territory under Serbian law; however, the Serbian government currently does not control the territories because they are administered by the Republic of Kosovo. Its claimed administrative capital and largest city is Pristina. The territory of the province, as defined by Serbian laws, lies in the southern part of Serbia and covers the regions of geography of Kosovo, Kosovo and Metohija. The capi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1990 Serbian Constitutional Referendum
A constitutional referendum was held in Serbia on 1 and 2 July 1990, in which voters decided on approving a new constitution. The referendum was announced by Slobodan Milošević, the president of the presidency of SR Serbia, on 25 June. The proposed changes included the abolition of autonomies of Kosovo and Vojvodina, the implementation of a multi-party system, and the establishing of the office of the president of Serbia, which would have extensive powers. With a voter turnout of 78%, the new constitution was approved by 97% of voters. The Assembly proclaimed the new constitution on 28 September. Milošević and the League of Communists of Serbia were initially opposed to introducing a multi-party system and holding free elections. However, the newly formed opposition parties—the Democratic Party and the Serbian Renewal Movement—advocated for a dialogue with the government to consider implementing political reforms. The Presidency of Serbia then proposed amendments, w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
