Christ the Saviour Cathedral, Orthodox cathedral in central Prishtina, Kosovo.
Christ the Saviour Cathedral is a brick church located on the University of Prishtina campus, with its large, incomplete structure dominating the surrounding landscape. The scale of the building makes it stand out prominently from the academic structures around it.
Work on this Serbian Orthodox church began in 1992 but came to a halt in 1999 due to regional conflict. The project has remained suspended ever since.
The structure displays 1389 golden crosses across its exterior, a deliberate reference to a pivotal moment in Serbian history. This symbolic number is immediately visible to anyone viewing the building.
The site is not open to regular visitors, but the building is visible from outside and easily accessible for viewing from the campus grounds. The surrounding area offers multiple public transportation options and parking for those exploring the vicinity.
The church has been at the center of property disputes between the University and the Serbian Orthodox Church since 2008. These disputes have significantly shaped the fate of the building and any prospects for completion.
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