Private tour in Pristina Bekim X
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Hello! I'm Bekim an independent professional guide, based in Prishtina, Kosovo. I am 41 years old, a graduate of Anthropology, with over 15 years of experience as a professional guide and cultural anthropologist. Because I love working with people, and I love my beautiful country, my job - which I do with passion - gives me a great pleasure every day. My job involves introducing individuals, small or large groups to Kosovo and its rich cultural heritage, intangible heritage, history, customs and traditions, rituals, traditional food, great landscapes and beautiful nature of Kosovo. My job is to make your travel experience a fun, educational and inspirational one. And, my photography skills can contribute to making your travel experience a more memorable one through your pictures and videos. Experience Kosovo through the eyes of the local tour guide! Why me as your guide? My education in combination with my experiance with guides, my love for people and this country, my knowledge Kosovo's social, cultural, political, and economic situation, make me I believe an interesting and enjoyable professional guide. Over the past 15 years, I have worked with private individuals, small or large organized groups, travel agencies, state level delegations, Embassies, international organizations, schools etc. in delivering professional guide tours throughout Kosovo and the region(reviews reflect some of their impressions). In addition, many research and study trips that I conducted on Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology in different countries such as: Greece, Austria, Finland, England, USA, Poland, Sweden, France, Slovakia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Germany, has helped broaden my understanding of anthropology and culture of other nations and countries, which I consider is an asset for me. BA and MA diplomas in cultural anthropology. Certificate of scientific research - University of Vienna, Austria. Certificate of exchange master degree - University of Turku in Finland. Certificate of Museology - Department of historic preservation - school of Design at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. Certificate of Tourism Community led tourism program in Seattle, Washington, USA. No restrictions
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Mitrovica, situated in the North of Kosovo, is the town that was badly affected by the 1999 Kosovo War. Following several ethnic tensions, in 2013, the city is officially divided in Mitrovica South (with Kosovo Albanian Majority) and North (with Kosovo Serbian majority), separated by river Ibri (Ibar), becoming a symbol of Kosovo's ethnic divisions - but yet, an interesting place to visit and see. The city is famous for its mine called Trepça, rich in lead, zinc, silver, gold, crystals etc. , which has historically been one of Kosovo largest industries. It is the only city in Kosovo that has four rivers: Ibri, Sitnica, Lushta and Trepça. Traces of the city dates back to the Neolithic time, as many exhibit archeological exhibit pieces were found in archeological sites. It's a city of rock music, great artists, actors, and sportsmen.
The whole family hit it off immediately with Bekim. The trip was well-planned and we even had time to improvise. It was a very interesting trip and Bekim was clearly a man who knew a lot about the region, but also reflected on the various political issues. I can fully recommend the trip if you - as I - are interested in the northern part of Kosovo and the political questions. For families with smaller / younger children, be aware that you do spend a couple of hours in the car.
I had a great tour with Bekim. He showed my many interesting places in Kosovo, is a perfect guide and very kind. I can highly recommend
This was the first of 2 tours I did with Bekim. The communication in advance went perfectly, Bekim has answered quickly and has easily responded to my wishes (eg pickup at the airport, adjustments to the tour). And also during the tour itself Bekim has made suggestions on how to make the tour even more individual, so that it fits my interests. I learned many new things about Kosovo that I had no idea about before. This is exactly how an experience with a local guide should be.
Absolutely brilliant tour. Bekim's depth of knowledge and communication skills made this day one of the most memorable tours I've experienced. If you ever find yourself in Kosovo - do not miss out on this deep dive into history.
I would recommend both Bekim and this tour to anyone with an interest in the history of Kosovo. The day was carefully planned and we met very knowledgable colleagues of Bekim along the way to really enhance the experience. Bekim himself was marvellous company and facilitated my particular requirements (filming the trip for my Youtube channel). I will have no hesitation in taking another tour with Bekim next time I am in Pristina.
The tour was amazing. I am a graduate student of international relations and thought this was an amazing experience as I had all of my questions answered (and I asked questions the entire 8 hour tour haha). We saw all the important places and I gained a much better understanding and appreciation of Kosovo and the history and struggle it faced to get to where it is today (and what is left to be done). This was an amazing tour and if you are a political junky (or just love the Balkans) you will love it!
Tour start with a visit of monument of battle of Kosovo of 1389 in Gazimestan and visit of Sulltan Murat Tomb Museum, where we get first information of Kosovo history. After these visits we continue a tour to Mitrovica, where we have city walking tour in the south and north of the city, Ibri river Bridge and in the end we visit Prekaz village - complex of Kosovo war memorial of 1998-1999.
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Transport for 1 to 4 customers - VW Touran year 2014 - 7 seats, modern - clean, air-conditioned. Transport for 5 to 20 people - minibus, modern-clean and air-conditioned. Please message me for a quote.
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