Welcome to the “River Drini” Photography Exhibition, showcasing the remarkable work of the renowned photographer Ferdi Limani. This exhibition offers a captivating journey along the 122-kilometer-long route of the Drini river, the longest river within the territory of Kosovo.

Originating from its serene spring nestled in mount Zhleb near the village of Radac in the municipality of Peja, the Drini river embarks on a tranquil and meandering path, encompassing the beauty and essence of the landscapes it encounters. Remarkably, this watercourse travels its course without intersecting any major towns within the region of Dukagjin.

What lends the Drini its unique character is its capacity to embrace the smaller tributaries and rivers that flow into its waters. This journey of unity culminates in its convergence with the Drini i Zi, or the “Black Drin,” adjacent to Kukes in northern Albania. The river’s narrative is one of unity, a collection of smaller stories seamlessly merging into a grand composition.

The Drini’s journey commences just after its emergence from the mountains, meeting the river Istog in the village of Zllakuqan. It continues to weave its way through the landscape, encountering the river Klina near the town of Klina, followed by Lumbardhi i Pejes in the village of Gremnik. As the story unfolds, we find the river Lumbardhi i Deqanit in Mirusha, and the river Erenik in the village of Gexhe.

The river’s tale grows richer as it encounters Lumbardhi i Prizrenit in the village of Muradem, just outside the historical town of Prizren. This narrative culminates in the union with the Drini i Zi in Kukes, an end that marks both a closure and a beginning.

The images displayed in this exhibition are captured in striking black and white, a choice that serves to emphasize the inherent beauty and timeless quality of the landscapes traversed by the river. These monochromatic glimpses echo the river’s ever-flowing nature, its unwavering journey through time.

We invite you to immerse yourselves in the essence of the Drini river, as interpreted through the lens of Ferdi Limani. His artistic prowess, coupled with his acute sensitivity to the landscapes he captures, renders this exhibition a celebration of the river’s journey—a journey of unity, transformation, and continuity.

Presented as a part of the FOTOIST – International Photography Festival, this exhibition invites you to witness the beauty and grandeur of the Drini river, as it navigates its course through the tapestry of Kosovo’s landscapes. Enjoy this visual expedition that bridges the gap between the tangible and the sublime, and captures the very essence of the Drini’s spirit.