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Edit-a-thon about Modern Architecture in Kosovo

Author: Ritamaliqi

We are excited to announce the successful completion of a remarkable collaboration between the Wikimedians of Albanian and Iniciativa MODERNe! This joint effort saw architecture students from Kosovo contribute to the enhancement and creation of articles on Albanian Wikipedia, focusing on the rich history and significance of modern architecture in Kosovo.

Summary: Successful Collaboration between Wikimedians of Albanian and Iniciativa MODERNe

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The initiative aimed to bridge the knowledge gap in the Albanian language on modern architectural practices in the region. The architecture students, with a keen interest in preserving and sharing Kosovo's architectural heritage, took part in this edit-a-thon, where they created and improved articles that highlight key structures, architects, and the evolution of modern architecture in the country.

Participants going through the Wiki training

This project represents a significant step towards enriching Albanian-language content on Wikipedia and promoting Kosovo’s architectural legacy. We are proud of the students’ contributions and their dedication to this initiative, which showcases the importance of preserving cultural heritage in the digital age.

Prof. Flaka instructing the participants

Here are some of the articles worked on during the editathon:

• Ndërtesa e Institutit Albanologjik të Prishtinës
• Hotel Grand Prishtina
• Biblioteka Kombëtare e Kosovës Pjeter Bogdani
• Ndërtesa e Radio Prishtinës

A special thanks to all participants for making this initiative a great success. Together, we are building a richer, more informative Wikipedia in Albanian and celebrating the essence of modern architecture in Kosovo.

We invite you to explore these articles and learn more about the architectural gems of Kosovo!