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12 monuments that tell the history of a young country

August 13, 2025
By Deb Mostert

Newborn Monument was unveiled on Feb. 17, 2008, the day that Kosovo formally declared its independence from Serbia. The sculpture, located in front of the Palace of Youth and Sports, is repainted on the anniversary of the independence each year, and it has become a popular tourist attraction.

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  • Australian visual artist Deb Mostert uses her sketchbooks to underpin her exploration of environment and culture. She is based in Ipswich, Queensland.

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