| Shadërvan | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Type | Marble Fountain |
| Architectural style | Ottoman |
| Location | Pristina, Kosovo |
Shadërvan is a marble fountain located between the Çarshi Mosque and the Museum of Kosovo in Pristina, Kosovo, and is a typical component of Ottoman architecture. The fountain is the only one remaining in the city from over fifty that once existed. In addition to providing a source of drinkable water, Shadërvan has been traditionally used for ritual ablution.[1][2]
References
- ↑ Warrander, Gail. Verena Knaus (2010). Kosovo. Bradt Travel Guides Ltd, UK. p. 125. p. 125. ISBN 978-1-84162-331-3.
- ↑ "(PDF) (in Albanian). Kosova Stability Initiative, European Stability Initiative. p. 14. Retrieved 23 February 2014" (PDF).
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