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Shadërvan, Prishtina

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Shadërvan
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General information
TypeMarble Fountain
Architectural styleOttoman
LocationPristina, 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

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  1. ^ Warrander, Gail. Verena Knaus (2010). Kosovo. Bradt Travel Guides Ltd, UK. p. 125. p. 125. ISBN 978-1-84162-331-3.
  2. ^ "(PDF) (in Albanian). Kosova Stability Initiative, European Stability Initiative. p. 14. Retrieved 23 February 2014" (PDF).