Gazimestan speech, Pristina

Name: Gazimestan speech
Address: Pristina, Kosovo

#32 among attractions in Pristina

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The Gazimestan speech was given on 28 June 1989 by Slobodan Milošević, then president of Serbia, at the Gazimestan monument on the Kosovo field. It was the centrepiece of a day-long event to mark the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Kosovo, which was fought at the site in 1389. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°41'26"N, 21°7'24"E

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Gazimestan speech – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pristina City Stadium, Palace of Youth and Sports, Cathedral of Saint Mother Teresa, Heroinat Memorial.

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Church
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Park
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Museum
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Memorial
Gazimestan, Pristina
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2.8 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
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Mosque
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Baths
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