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Date of Birth: March 19, 1951

Place of Birth: Gjakova, Kosovo

Nationality: Kosovar

Profession:

Archaeologist

Masar Valla was born on March 19, 1951, in the city of Gjakova, where he completed his primary and secondary education. In 1977, he graduated from the Faculty of Philosophy, Department of Archaeology, at the University of Zagreb, earning the title Professor of Archaeology.

Professional Contributions and Archaeological Research

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Mr. Valla is one of the most prominent names in the field of archaeology in Kosovo. He contributed to the establishment of the Archaeological Institute of Kosovo (IAK) in 2003 and has been an active participant in numerous archaeological expeditions across the territory of Kosovo, including the co-publication of "The Archaeological Map of Kosovo",[1] which aims to document and protect the country's archaeological heritage.

Discoveries and Leadership in Excavations Throughout his career

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Masar Valla has led several important archaeological projects:

2004: He directed excavations at the archaeological site of Jahoc, in the municipality of Gjakova.

2009: He led the excavations and restoration of the site in Vrella, where he uncovered The Church of Vrella, an Early Christian monument from the 5th century, considered the oldest known church in ancient Dardania.[2]

2012: In the village of Kusar,[3] he made a significant discovery of a Dardanian fortress with continuity until the 6th century. This site also revealed a rare coin of Emperor Justin I (518–527).

2012: He led excavations and made the first discovery of the archaeological site of Dresnik,[4] where he identified an Imperial Summer Palace belonging to an Illyrian emperor. The palace consisted of six rooms, whose floors were adorned with exceptional mosaics of artistic and historical significance.

Scientific Publications

Masar Valla has left a significant mark in scientific literature. In 2018, he published the work "The Archaeological Site of Dresnik",[5] a detailed study of this discovery. He has also authored several scientific articles journals, focusing on his archaeological research and analyses.

References

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  1. ^ Hoxhaj, Vesel. "HARTA ARKEOLOGJIKE E KOSOVES I". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  2. ^ Hoxhaj, Vesel. "HARTA ARKEOLOGJIKE E KOSOVES II". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  3. ^ TV Syri Vision (2018-06-23). Speciale - Shpellat e Kusarit e zbulimet arkeologjike nga Masar Valla. Retrieved 2024-11-25 – via YouTube.
  4. ^ "Archaeological discoveries in Dresnik of Klina, the most intriguing discovery of the past few decades".
  5. ^ Valla, Masar (2018-01-01). "Masar Valla - Vendbanimi i periudhës romake në Dresnik (CANDAVIA 7)". Candavia 7. Akademia e studimeve Albanologjike, Instituti i Arkeologjisë, Tiranë.

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