kosovo medieval monuments
states: [serbia]
category: cultural
year: 2004
location: Autonomous province of Kosovo
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 42.6611111111, 20.2655555555
unesco id: 724
world heritage site: 724
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The Medieval Monuments in Kosovo, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Serbia, encompass four exceptional examples of Byzantine and Orthodox Christian architecture from the 13th to 17th centuries. These include the Patriarchate of Peć Monastery, Gračanica Monastery, Our Lady of Ljeviš church, and Dečani Monastery, each renowned for their well-preserved frescoes, intricate stonework, and historical significance. They collectively represent the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Serbian Orthodox Church during the medieval period.