| Pronunciation | ɡolɛʃ |
|---|---|
| Location | Municipality of Lipjan |
| Elevation | 1019 m |
| Country | Kosovo |
| Coordinates | 42°34′7″N 20°58′40″E |
Golesh is a mountain in Kosovo with an altitude of 1,019 m (3,343 ft).[1] The peak is located in the municipality of Lipjan and it is near the Pristina International Airport Adem Jashari.
A branch of the Drenica River originates on the mountain. At the top, there is an FM/TV broadcasting centre.
The mountain contains the world's largest vein magnesite deposit, with total reserves of around five million tonnes; mining began in 1923.[1] The Goleš mine was one of the largest magnesite mines in the country.[2] It was shut down in early 2002.[3]
References
- ^ Ilich, M. & Toshovich, R. "Geology and Origin the Golesh Vein Magnesite Deposit; A Brief Survey". Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ "Kosovo Mining Journal". beak.de. 2010. Archived from the original on 18 July 2011. Retrieved 3 October 2010.
- ^ "Business Development of the Goleshi Mine: Scoping Study Report". Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit. 16 December 2019. Retrieved 3 November 2024.