Top 9 Beautiful Places To Visit in Albania
Top 9 Beautiful Places To Visit in Albania
#1. Tirana
Tirana, the capital of Albania, is known for its colorful Ottoman-, Fascist- and Soviet-era architecture. Pastel buildings surround the city's focal point, Skanderbeg Square, which is named for its equestrian statue of a national hero. On the square's north end is the modernist National History Museum, covering prehistoric times through Communist rule and the anti-Communist uprisings of the 1990s.
#2. Durrës
Durrës is a port city on the Adriatic Sea in western Albania, west of the capital, Tirana. It’s known for its huge Roman amphitheater. Nearby is a 9th-century church with mosaic-covered walls. The Archaeological Museum displays pieces from the Greek, Hellenistic and Roman periods. Broad Durrësi Beach has shallow waters. Nearby is the former summer villa of 20th-century King Zog.
#3. Lake Ohrid
Lake Ohrid straddles the mountainous border between southwestern Macedonia and eastern Albania. It is one of Europe's deepest and oldest lakes, preserving a unique aquatic ecosystem that is of worldwide ...
#4. Sarandë
Sarandë is a resort on the Albanian Riviera, in southern Albania. Sandwiched between the Ionian Sea and hills of olive groves, the town is on a horseshoe-shaped bay, edged by beaches and a promenade. In the center are the archaeological remains of a 5th-century synagogue, later an early Christian basilica. Intricate floor mosaics are still evident. The 16th-century Lëkurësi Castle is on a hilltop above the town.
#5. Lake Skadar
Lake Skadar — also called Lake Scutari, Lake Shkodër and Lake Shkodra — lies on the border of Albania and Montenegro, and is the largest lake in Southern Europe. It is named after the city of Shkodër in northern Albania. It is a karst lake.
#6. Buthrotum
Buthrotum was an ancient Greek and later Roman city and bishopric in Epirus. Inhabited since prehistoric times, Buthrotum was a city of the Greek tribe of the Chaonians, later a Roman colony and a bishopric.
#7. Shkodër
Shkodër or Shkodra, historically known as Scodra, is a city in the Republic of Albania. It is the capital of the surrounding county of Shkodër, one of 12 constituent counties of the republic.
#8. Berat
Berat is a city on the Osum River, in central Albania. It's known for its white Ottoman houses. On a hilltop, Berat Castle is a huge compound now inhabited by townspeople. Within its walls are Byzantine churches, the Red Mosque and the Onufri National Museum, with Christian icons. East is the Ethnographic Museum, in an 18th-century house, displaying traditional crafts and part of a reconstructed medieval bazaar.
#9. Gjirokastër
Gjirokastër is a city in southern Albania, on a valley between the Gjerë mountains and the Drino, at 300 metres above sea level.
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5. Blue Eye
The Blue Eye is a water spring and natural phenomenon occurring near Muzinë in Vlorë County, southern Albania.
4. Lëkurësi Castle
Lëkurësi Castle is a ruined castle in Lëkurës, southern Albania.
3. Gjirokastër Castle
Gjirokastër Castle is a fortress in Gjirokastër, situated at a height of 336 metres (1,102 ft).
2. Buthrotum
Buthrotum is an archeological site in Vlorë County, Albania, some 14 kilometres south of Sarandë and close to the Greek border.
1. Et’hem Bey Mosque
The Et'hem Bey Mosque is an 18th-century mosque located in the center of the Albanian capital Tirana.
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Top 10 Biggest Albanian Cities
Top 10 Biggest Albanian Cities
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10)Pogradec
9)Lushnje
8)Berat
7) Korce
6)Fier
5)Shkoder
4)Elbasan
3)Vlore
2)Durres
1)Tirana
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Berat - South-central Albania
Berat is a city and a municipality located in south-central Albania, and the capital of the County of Berat. In July 2008, the old town (Mangalem district) was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The municipality was formed at the 2015 local government reform by the merger of the former municipalities Berat, Otllak, Roshnik, Sinjë and Velabisht, that became municipal units. The seat of the municipality is the city Berat. The total population is 60,031 (2011 census).The population of the former Mangalemmunicipality at the 2011 census was 32,606.
Top10 Recommended Hotels in Tirana, Albania
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Top10 Recommended Hotels in Tirana, Albania: 1. The Plaza Tirana *****
2. Dinasty Hotel ****
3. Rogner Hotel Tirana *****
4. MonarC Hotel ****
5. Mak Albania Hotel *****
6. The Rooms Hotel, Residence & Spa ****
7. Hotel Opera ****
8. Hotel Boutique Restaurant Gloria ****
9. Boutique Hotel Kotoni ****
10. Xheko Imperial Luxury Boutique Hotel ****
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1. Rruga 28 Nentori, 1001 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $130 - $186
Offering a spa center, sauna and hot tub, Hotel Plaza Tirana is located in Tirana in the Tirana County Region, 200 m from Skenderberg Square. The guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or have a meal at the restaurant.
2. Rruga e Kosovarëve, 1019 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $60 - $122
Dinasty Residence is located in the center of Tirana and features a lavishly decorated restaurant and a bar with summer terrace. Free private parking is also available.
3. Bulevardi Deshmoret e Kombit, 1000 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $109 - $160
Enjoying a privileged location on the main boulevard in the heart of Tirana, Rogner Hotel is within walking distance from the main government institutions and business headquarters. The hotel is surrounded by 30.000 square yards of Mediterranean garden and provides free high speed WiFi in all areas.
4. Intersection. Rr. George W. Bush Road and Blvd. Zhan d’Ark, 1001 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $86 - $107
The luxurious MonarC Hotel is ideally located close the center of Tirana, only 450 m from the Skenderbeg Square. The property features modernly furnished rooms and free Wi-Fi. A restaurant and bar are available on site.
5. Sheshi Italia, 1000 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $111 - $139
The five-star Mak Albania Hotel is located in a shopping and entertainment complex in the heart of Tirana. A fitness center, 2 swimming pools, a piano bar and a restaurant are all at guests’ disposal.
6. Rr. Sami Frasheri 56, 1019 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $51 - $129
Featuring a spa & wellness center, The Rooms Hotel, Residence & Spa offers free WiFi and rooms with modern furnishings. This boutique hotel is located in a prestigious area of Tirana only 0.7 mi from the city center.
7. Rruga Urani Pano, 1016 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $75 - $147
The elegant Hotel Opera is set in Tirana and features an on-site restaurant and free WiFi available throughout the property. The hotel is just steps away from Skenderberg Square and from the the National Museum and the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet.
8. Tirane, Rruga Qemal Stafa, 1000 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $49 - $81
Boasting an on-site restaurant and bar, Hotel Boutique Restaurant Gloria is set in Tirana and features a garden. Popular points of interest around the property include Skenderberg Square and Sky Tower. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is provided.
9. Rruga Donika Kastrioti 3, 1000 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $106 - $132
Set in the heart of Tirana's prestigious Blloku area, Boutique Hotel Kotoni offers elegantly decorated, modern rooms with free Wi-Fi. The à-la-carte restaurant serves international and local cuisine.
10. Rr Ibrahim Rugova 56H2, 1019 Tirana, Albania, Price range: $94 - $153
The luxurious Xheko Imperial Hotel features a location in the very center of Tirana, close to the big park. The Carlsberg Restaurant serves Albanian and Italian specialties and features a rooftop terrace, while the wine bar offers a wide selection of local wines.
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TIRANA - Albania Travel Guide | Around The World
Tirana is the capital and most populous city of the Republic of Albania. The city is also the capital of the surrounding county of Tirana, one of 12 constituent counties of the country. By air, it is 501 kilometres (311 miles) north of Athens, 613 kilometres (381 miles) southeast of Rome, 153 kilometres (95 miles) southwest of Skopje and 131 kilometres (81 miles) south of Podgorica.
Tirana was founded as a city in 1614, but the region that today corresponds to the city territory has been continuously inhabited since the Bronze Age. As most of Albania, the area was populated by several Illyrian tribes, but had no importance within Illyria. Indeed, it was annexed by Rome and became an integral part of the Roman Empire following the Illyrian Wars. The heritage of that period is still evident and represented by the Mosaics of Tirana. Further later in the 5th and 6th century, a Paleo Christian basilica was built around this site. When the Roman Empire divided into east and west, its successor the Byzantine Empire took control and included the construction of the Petrelë Castle, under the reign of Justinian I. Until the 20th century, the city did not attain much significance, when the Congress of Lushnjë proclaimed it as the country's capital, after the country's declaration of independence in 1912.
Geographically, Tirana is located in the center of the country surrounded by mountains and hills, with Dajt on the east and a slight valley opening on the northwest, overlooking the Adriatic Sea in the distance. Due to its location within the Tirana plain and the close proximity to the Adriatic Sea, the city is influenced by a mediterranean seasonal climate. It is the 3rd wettest and 8th sunniest city in Europe, with 2,544 hours of sun per year.
Being a primate city, Tirana is considered the economic and cultural hub of Albania, due to its significant location and importance in finance, commerce, media, entertainment, arts, international trade, education, service, research and healthcare. All of the country's largest companies, media and scientific institutions have their headquarters in the city. Tirana is also the seat of power of the Government of Albania, the residences for work of the President and Prime Minister of Albania.
Tourism in Albania is developing year by year since the fall of communism and the capital city of Tirana become a very popular tourist destinations after the southern Albanian Riviera and northern part of the country. Tirana has a majority of luxury hotels, modern restaurants, bars, pubs and very big nightclubs. The largest hotels of the city are the Tirana International Hotel and The Tirana Plaza situated in the heart of the city near the Scanderbeg Square. The luxury Sheraton Hotel Tirana is also located in city center of Tirana, near central business district next to the National Arena. Other major hotels present in central Tirana include the Xheko Imperial Hotel, Rogner Hotel, the Best Western Premier Ark Hotel and the Mondial Hotel. Tirana is a place that is known as a university center of students from regional countries like Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and Greece.
According to the Polish Tour Operators Association, Tirana has entered into the 10th most visited cities by the Poles
Most tourists to the city come from Greece, Italy, Kosovo and Europe, with the number of visitors from elsewhere growing every year, thanks to an increasing number of international airline arrivals at Mother Teresa International Airport as well as luxury cruises that arrive into the Port of Durrës that offers day trips to the City.
A large number of the monuments located in Tirana, date back to the Illyrian, Roman, Greek and Ottoman periods. Monuments include the Skanderbeg Square, Clock Tower of Tirana, Petrelë Castle, Et'hem Bey Mosque, Sacred Heart Church, Resurrection Cathedral, Tomb of Kapllan Pasha, Mother Albania, Blloku, Mount Dajti and Mosaic of Tirana.
Tirana is an important center for music, film, theatre, dance and visual art. The city is host to the largest cultural institutions of the country, such as the National Theatre and the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet, the Natioan Archaeological Museum, the Art Gallery of Albania, the Sciences Museum of Albania and the National Historical Museum. Among the local institutions are the National Library, that keeps more than a million books, periodicals, maps, atlases, microfilms and other library materials. The city has five well-preserved traditional houses (museum-houses), 56 cultural monuments, eight public libraries. Since 2011, a Tourist Information Office was opened, located behind the National Historical Museum, with useful information about Tirana and Albania.
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Berat,Albania:
Berat is a town located in south-central Albania and the capital of both the District of Berat and the larger County of Berat. As of 2009, the town has an estimated population of around 71,000 people. In July 2008, the old town (Mangalem district) was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
During the 18th century Berat was one the most important Albanian cities of the Ottoman Empire. In the early modern era the city was the capital of the Pashalik of Berat founded by Ahmet Kurt Pasha. Berat was incorporated in the Pashalik of Yanina after Ibrahim Pasha of Berat was defeated by Ali Pasha in 1809. In 1867, Berat became a sanjak in Yannina (Yanya) vilayet.
During the early period of Ottoman rule, Berat fell into severe decline. By the end of the 16th century it had only 710 houses. However it began to recover by the 17th century and became a major craft centre specializing in wood carving. During the 19th century, Berat played an important part in the Albanian national revival. A Greek school was operating in the city already from 1835. It became a major base of support for the League of Prizren, the late 19th century Albanian nationalist alliance, while the city was also represented in the formation of southern branch of the league in Gjirokastër. From October 23 to October 30, 1944, the second session of the Council of National Liberation of Albania was held in Berat, where the National Liberation Movement-controlled Anti-Fascist National Liberation Committee became the Provisional Democratic Government of Albania, with Enver Hoxha as its prime minister and minister of defence.Wikipedia
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