27.02.2026

On February 27, a group of students and young people embarked on a special adventure in the heart of Rahovec, touching cultural heritage with their own hands and experiencing the living history of this city.

Their first stop led them to the village of Drenoc, to the Museum of Anadrinia — a place where history is not merely preserved, but breathes through objects lovingly collected by the community. They were welcomed by the museum’s founder, Professor Nazmi Berisha, who shared the remarkable story of how the museum was established and the collective sacrifice made to safeguard local memory.

Archaeologist Elvana Bushi then guided the participants into the fascinating world of archaeology, introducing them to the process of inventorying nearly 800 artifacts. Students identified, measured, technically described, photographed, and registered objects that carry centuries within them. It was a hands-on lesson on the importance of preserving and protecting cultural heritage.

Andi Haziri shared enthusiastically: “Today, I had a great time at this workshop. The museum in Drenoc allowed us to see many artifacts, and most of the items collected and cared for there are managed by the students themselves. I was especially impressed by the very old objects, dating back to 1940, and even the dried grapes they have left there for visitors to take.”

Hera Maliqi added: “Today was a very meaningful experience because we learned a lot about different cultures. We visited a museum that is not very well known in Kosovo. We learned about past agricultural practices and about people’s experiences during the war. It was truly a wonderful experience.”

After immersing themselves in the stories of the past, the group moved on to explore the living tradition of Rahovec — a visit to Stone Castle. Guided by oenologist Fejzullah Berisha, they descended into the vast wine cellars and followed each step of the transformation of grapes into wine. From fermentation to quality control, every detail revealed a new layer of craftsmanship.

Lum Begolli expressed his enthusiasm: “Today was a very important activity because in our daily lives we don’t often learn about our country’s culture. When we went to Rahovec, to the museum full of artifacts, we learned about the past. Then at the Stone Castle factory, we had a great time and learned how wine ferments, how it is processed, and about its quality. We should definitely participate in these activities more often.”

Asja Ramiz also emphasized the value of the day: “These activities should continue, because it’s important to learn about different places, their value, and to enjoy the experience.”

This activity became a bridge between generations — a formative experience that sparked curiosity and critical thinking among young people, making them active participants in the narrative of cultural heritage. Through their eyes, and documented on video, the cultural heritage of Rahovec — from ancient museum artifacts to modern wine bottles — came alive and became part of the future.

This activity is part of the project Heritage Horizons: A Journey Across Generations by Artpolis, within the BOOST Balkans program, funded by Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and coordinated by ALDA.