Overview
Gjilan is a small southeastern Kosovo town with Ottoman-era roots, notable for its city icons who died fighting for freedom: Idriz Seferi (927), Agim Ramadani (1999), Rexhep Mala (1984), and Nuhi Berisha (1984). The town features a clocktower, a statue of poet-KLA commander Agim Ramadani, and access to the Anadrini recreation area.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · History
Before you go
Connectivity
WiFi is available at cafes and restaurants. Check with local providers for SIM card options.
Culture
Gjilan honors local resistance figures Idriz Seferi, Agim Ramadani, Rexhep Mala, and Nuhi Berisha as city icons.
Money
Kosovo uses the Euro (EUR). Taxi rides cost approximately €0.85/km. City Museum admission is €1.
Transport
Gjilan is on the highway connecting Pristina, the Serbian border, and North Macedonian border. Taxis are plentiful at €0.85/km.
