Abstract The determination of the Presheva Valley as a special region highlights need for theoretical analysis and use different methods principles which enable geographical regionalization. represents natural continuation Albanian ethnic territories. With very convenient position in terms geography transportation, well its geostrategic geopolitical basis, it has been occupied by many invaders throughout periods history. Under current administrative, political territorial division Serbia,...

This article deals with the research of identity using toponyms in Albanian and Kosovar city centres, bringing a different perspective to question via comparatively examining urban toponyms. The was undertaken centres five cities, names streets, squares, parks have been placed into categories: people, geography, events, organizations, other. Urban categorized according importance on local, national, pan-Albanian, international levels. We analyse geopolitical background current status problem...

This article contains insights into the creation of transboundary protected areas, their features, relationship between nature protection and achieving maintaining peace in a global regional context. Using various cases, goals, benefits, advantages cooperation are elaborated, with particular emphasis on areas peace. Regardless causes that lead to disputes conflicts states, many them occur areas. Conflicts over disputed border lines becoming more frequent, some pose serious threat important...

Abstract The aim of this research was to analyse the functional transformation settlements in Presheva Valley and main factors that have affected on these changes. Among many determine trend rhythm transformation, we chosen relationship between ethnic structure region. is situated central part Balkan Peninsula, with Morava north Vardar south. It has an Albanian population who currently make up around 80 percent region’s population. includes 67 inhabited by 71 a Serbian was, remains, most...

This article explores the complexity of regional identity in context Rugova region Kosovo, examining how historical, cultural, geographical and social factors shape people’s feelings connections to their place origin. Through a mixed-method research formation evolution over time. Findings reveal strong sense belonging community, transcending boundaries generational shifts. The analysis proves also significance cultural heritage, traditions, features fostering identity, while highlighting...

Migration in the Presheva Valley is an integral part of past and present, affected by social historical processes, which also have demographic, social, economic cultural consequences. The Valley, similar to other territories former Yugoslavia, distinguished low development this phenomenon has been present through decades. As such, traditionally a migrant area. Backwardness infrastructural causes many problems nature, while permanent growth absolute relative number people manifested increase...

This paper presents the model of identity research using street names from five major Kosovar cities. The purpose this is to demonstrate fact that in urban environment can be determined through analysis names, uncover difference presence hodonyms express regional those national identity, and investigate toponyms international importance. also aims examine relationship between ethnic religious structure, as well identify role historical-political circumstances at level manifestation identity....

The villages of Kosova are changing every day. equipment with urban elements is very evident. living standard population in rural areas one the phenomenons. Today, settlements we can see improvement conditions and towns possibilities integration system.

Preševo Valley and northern Kosovo are two serious points of geopolitical crisis in the Balkans, for which it is necessary to find a long-term quality solution. Recently, some "new" "old" ideas that could provide solution region have resurfaced. One frequently mentioned an "exchange territories", between Serbia area Republic Kosovo. The majority people Albanians, while mostly inhabited by Serbs. Both regions geostrategic importance Serbia, but also wider sense. Pan-European Corridor X,...

This paper discusses the theoretical and methodological principles in process of regionalization analyzes criteria used during designation region as a category special importance geographical research. Methodological were applied differentiation Preševo Valley an individualized region. The is small South Serbia with very favorable position because it located central part Balkan Peninsula between Morava Vardar valleys. Theoretical discussion highlights elements socio-economic basis that...

Abstract The aim of this paper is to analyze in chronological terms the idea for construction Morava-Vardar canal and contemporary geopolitical consequences project along with its economic, environmental social impacts. Through critical readings different contributions reports made by scientific community, other institutions media we have presented from late years 19th century until recent years. Continental geographical position Serbs have, has always been considered as an obstacle their...

This paper aims to find ways determine the business area of Pristina (City–CDB) and secondary centres for two neighbourhoods city as areas are regarded focal points urban development socioeconomic organisation in both or cities general. It is assumed that some parts need consolidate their subcentres, along with reconstruction neighbourhoods, order fulfil functions provide necessary infrastructure high quality life. Authorities should pay particular attention application neighbourhood form...