Newborn Monument, Prishtinë

Unveiled on 17 February 2008, the day Kosovo declared independence, the Newborn Monument is a symbol of the country’s youth and ongoing story. Each year on the same date, a new artist repaints the installation with a fresh theme, from flags of recognising nations to environmental motifs. The monument sits on a pedestrian square near Mother Teresa Boulevard and is one of the most photographed sites in the capital. Directly opposite stands the Heroinat Memorial, honouring women affected by wartime violence, a sobering contrast worth visiting in the same stop. Estimated visit time: 15–30 min. City: Prishtinë, Kosovo. Coordinates: 42.6614, 21.1586.