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Tirana
Tirana, located in the center of Albania, is the country`s capital and home to one-sixth of Albania`s population. Tirana is Albania`s most important city with regard to politics, commerce, and culture. It is located on a plain next to Mount Dajt, and due to its geographical position it is among the sunniest places in the country. Multiple points of interest are located on or around Skanderbeg Square, the largest main square not just in Albania but in the entire Balkan region.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Skanderbeg Square, National Museum of History, Mount Dajt, Et'hem Bey Mosque, Pyramid of Tirana, Grand Park of Tirana, National Museum of Fine Arts, Fortress of Justinian, Resurrection Cathedral, and so much more!
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Durres
Durrës is the second-largest city in Albania and one of the country`s oldest cities, founded in the seventh century BCE. Located on the Adriatic Sea, it has been a trading hub for over two millennia. Once home to a large Roman settlement called Dyrrachium, archaeological sites from this settlement feature prominently throughout the city. The amphitheatre, which is the largest of its kind in the Balkans, sits in the center of town, and is currently under consideration to be named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Amphitheatre of Durrës, Durrës Beach, Durrës Archaeological Museum, Port of Durrës, Cape of Rodon, Durrës Castle, Venetian Tower, Byzantine Market, Royal Villa of Durrës, Great Mosque of Durrës, and so much more!
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Sarande
The unique Saranda is not only within a stone`s throw of the Greek island of Corfu, but it`s surrounded by some of the best attractions, beaches, and nature that Southern Albania has to offer. It`s no surprise that it’s grown from a once-sleepy fishing village into a thriving city, a bustling summer vacation destination. Saranda`s recorded history goes back to Ancient Epirus, a Greek state between roughly the 4th and 2nd centuries B.C. In antiquity, the town was known as Onchesmus (or Onchesmos).
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Pulebardha Beach, Lekuresi Castle, Mango Beach, Monastery of 40 Saints, Saranda Beach, Sanduza Beach and much more.
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Berat
Berat is a settlement that we can trace back to the 6th-5th century B.C. as an Illyrian settlement. It was originally a castle city known as Antipatrea that expanded afterwards and uniquely today, residents still live inside of the castle walls. With its houses built along the steep hill, the view of Mangalemi is the reason that another name for Berat is the City of the Floating Windows. The arched bridge of Gorica, the ensemble of the Byzantine churches and the Cathedral of Shen Meria are some of the most visited sites. You also can visit the Monastery of Shen Spiridhoni, the monuments to the Islamic faith, and the Halveti Tekke or Tariqa in the medieval center. Other interesting spots include the Ethnographic Museum and the Edward Lear Gallery of Art and Berat is also well known for its traditional gastronomy.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Berat Castle, Ethnographic Museum, Gorica Bridge, Muzeu Kombetar Ikonografik Onufri, Old Town, Lead Mosque Berat, St. Theodore's Church, The Gate of the Pasha, Holy Trinity Church, and so much more!
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Berat
Berat is a settlement that we can trace back to the 6th-5th century B.C. as an Illyrian settlement. It was originally a castle city known as Antipatrea that expanded afterwards and uniquely today, residents still live inside of the castle walls. With its houses built along the steep hill, the view of Mangalemi is the reason that another name for Berat is the City of the Floating Windows. The arched bridge of Gorica, the ensemble of the Byzantine churches and the Cathedral of Shen Meria are some of the most visited sites. You also can visit the Monastery of Shen Spiridhoni, the monuments to the Islamic faith, and the Halveti Tekke or Tariqa in the medieval center. Other interesting spots include the Ethnographic Museum and the Edward Lear Gallery of Art and Berat is also well known for its traditional gastronomy.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Berat Castle, Ethnographic Museum, Gorica Bridge, Muzeu Kombetar Ikonografik Onufri, Old Town, Lead Mosque Berat, St. Theodore's Church, The Gate of the Pasha, Holy Trinity Church, and so much more!
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Gjirokaster
The enchanting UNESCO-listed old town, Gjirokastër stretches upwards on sloping cobblestoned streets with unique stone houses, which kind of look like small fortresses. For that reason, the town is known as "The City of Stone". Standing guard across the valley, the imposing Gjirokastër Fortress dominates the skyline amidst a sea of slate grey rooftops that hide a veritable labyrinth of cobbled alleyways and hidden staircases simply made for wandering. A place to put away a map and get truly lost.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Castle of Gjirokastra, Bazar Mosque, Zekate House, Ethnographic Museum, Gjirokastra Bazaar, Ali Pasha Bridge, and so much more!
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Himara
The unique Himare, also known as Himara, is one of the top places to visit when traveling through Albania. What was once a fishing village is slowly becoming a more and more popular holiday destination. From crystal clear turquoise waters perfect for swimming to multi-colored sandy beaches and hidden coves—there`s plenty of beauty to discover in the area. This charming beach town is precisely what you need when traveling down the Albanian coast. Moreover, the best part of it all is that it`s also not as busy as other coastal towns such as Ksamil.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Castello di Porto Palermo, Himara Castle, Buthrotum Archaelogical Site, Berat Castle, The Blue Eye and much more.
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