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Dresnik archaeological site

Coordinates: 42°36′45″N 20°35′27″E / 42.6124°N 20.5907°E / 42.6124; 20.5907
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Dresnik archaeological site
Lokaliteti arkeologjik i Dresnikut
Dresnik archaeological site is located in Kosovo
Dresnik archaeological site
Shown within Kosovo
LocationDresnik, Klina, Kosovo
Coordinates42°36′22″N 20°36′03″E / 42.60611°N 20.60083°E / 42.60611; 20.60083

The Archaeological Site of Dresnik (Albanian: Lokaliteti arkeologjik i Dresnikut) is an archaeological site in the village of Dresnik, Klina, Kosovo. It is considered by to be one of the most important archaeological sites not only in Kosovo, but also in the region.[1] A number of discoveries have confirmed the presence of relics, buildings and rare mosaics on the site, indicating the existence of civilization in Dresnik during the Roman Period.[2] The archaeological site of Dresnik was first discovered in 2012 by lead archaeologist Masar Valla[3], working under the Archaeological Institute of Kosovo. Is reportedly unique in Kosovo, as the floor of every room of the building is covered by colourful mosaics.[4]

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References

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  1. ^ "The government paves the way for the expropriation of the archaeological site of Dresnik". koha.net.
  2. ^ "Tour the Dresnik Archaeological Park in 360". Prishtina Insight. 2017-11-22. Retrieved 2023-11-18.
  3. ^ https://www.mkrs-ks.org/?page=2,6,621
  4. ^ "Kosovo Hails Discovery of Ancient Roman Site". balkaninsight.com.

42°36′45″N 20°35′27″E / 42.6124°N 20.5907°E / 42.6124; 20.5907