An amazing experience at the museum, take a seat

 

By: Orhidea Zeneli

Yesterday was raining; my best friend Rea and I went to visit the museum. I was excited to go because I hadn't been there since primary school. Now as a grown-up I had the opportunity to experience it differently from when I was a kid because back then I was young and I wasn't able to understand things, as I do now. Even though I don't like rain at all, that didn't stop me to go out and have the best day ever.

We visited the Museum of Kosovo in Prishtina because it is a miniature reflection of our past and ancient times. In this museum, you can see elements of archeology and history, which tell the story of Kosovo in their own unique way. Starting with the first floor, the museum has various departments. There are collectibles and artifacts on different subjects and historical periods on display, for example, my favorite one was the prehistoric age because that period was the beginning of our history and I felt pleased just by looking at them. There you can see a lot of working tools, vessels, mini statues, and so forth.

Another valuable piece that caught my eye was the statue of Dionysus Herm. I enjoyed looking at it because of the colors, and the way it matched the walls of the museum. It is a statue, which belongs to the Roman Period in the 2nd and 4th centuries. It was found in 2012, near the Ulpiana site.

Moving on to the second floor, going up the stairs, you can see the real picture of Mother Theresa.

It was portrayed exactly as we all know her, a kind woman who gave her life to people in need. Seeing that picture gave me goosebumps and the work looked so real, that I felt like seeing her in person.

- Picture was taken by Rea Gashi

 

Now we're on the second floor. This floor belongs to the military equipment section. The weapons from ancient times, such as spears and pruning hooks, swords and sheaths, shields and helmets, guns and shotguns, and different types of dresses of the commanders and generals from the past ages are showcased. It was a thrilling experience, seeing all the equipment and attires of the past heroes of our nation was too inspiring for us.

After going to another part of the museum, you can see Kosovo's declaration of independence and also all the flags of the countries that helped us be independent. I felt so proud that our country is loved by so many powerful forces such as the USA, Germany, France, and so on.

Altogether, this turned out to be the most beautiful day ever. After coming back to this precious building for the second time, I experienced it differently because now as a grown-up, I understood some things better. So from now on, rainy days like yesterday won't stop me from going out and enjoying other valuable places Kosovo has to offer.