Key Activity: Structural consolidation to stabilize the mosque’s foundation and walls; Restoration of frescoes and decorative elements inside the mosque; Conservation of historical inscriptions and Ottoman calligraphy; Public awareness and community engagement initiatives.
Main Beneficiaries: Local Muslim community, as the mosque remains a functional place of worship; Cultural heritage experts and researchers studying Ottoman architecture in the Balkans; Tourists and visitors interested in Kosovo’s Islamic and Ottoman-era history.
Timeline: 2003-2005 / 2010
Funding: SIDA, Packard Foundation & UNESCO (U.S. State Funding)
Location: Municipality of Gjakova
Main Project Objectives
- Restore and conserve the Hadum Mosque, one of the most important Ottoman-era mosques in Kosovo.
- Preserve its architectural and artistic heritage, including wall paintings and calligraphic inscriptions.Improve structural stability to ensure long-term preservation.
- Promote cultural tourism and local engagement with historical heritage.
Main Project Outcomes
- Successful restoration of structural elements and artistic features.
- Enhanced protection and conservation of Ottoman-era frescoes and inscriptions.
- Integration of the mosque into heritage tourism initiatives in Gjakova.
- Increased local and international awareness about the significance of Hadum Mosque.
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