Historic site
Ulpiana
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Ulpiana is an ancient Roman and Byzantine archaeological site founded in the 2nd century AD, located about 12 kilometers southeast of Pristina. Excavations have revealed a forum, basilicas, city walls, and a baptistery with well-preserved mosaic floors depicting Christian symbols. Visitors can walk among the ruins and imagine life in this once-thriving provincial capital, which was an important center on the Roman road connecting the Adriatic to the Balkans. The site offers a tangible connection to Kosovo's classical past, with ongoing digs occasionally uncovering new artifacts.
Don't miss
- Mosaic floors in the early Christian baptistery
- Remains of the Roman forum and city walls
- On-site museum displaying pottery, coins, and sculptures
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Ulpiana
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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