SOKAKU I TË MARRËVE Sokaku i të Marrëve, This is one of the famous spots to visit in Gjirokastra. In fact it is just a street, and in the first sight has nothing amazing to see. But the story is interesting, and you may find it mentioned in the books of Ismail Kadare. Sokaku i te […]
PALACE OF BRIGADES IN TIRANA Palace of Brigades in Tirana, Many of you have heard about the Presidential Palace in Tirana, the former Royal Palace and nowadays known as “Palace of Brigades”. The Royal Palace is open for the public only in weekends. The Royal Garden is truly amazing with big trees, colorful flowers and statues. […]
The city of Berat Located in the center of Albania, on the Osum River, Berat was built as a glorious castle on a hill. You can find the original ancient castle on this hill called the Castle. The great castle contains a whole district with many mosques and churches, which is really worth visiting. An […]
The Island of Zvernec and its Monastery (Zvërnec) Zvernec Island is an island within the Narta Lagoon in southern Albania. The island is almost covered with tall pine trees. It is 430 meters in length and has a maximum width of 300 meters. The island of Zvrnec is connected to the territory by a 270m […]
The Village of Theth There are two hikes you must do while visiting Theth. The first is the hike to the Blue Eye, which leads you through a forest, over rivers and finally to a vibrant blue natural spring. This hike is easy to moderate and perfect if you’re not an experienced hiker. The second […]
KSAMIL – ALBANIA Ksamil, While often included with other destinations as part of the Albanian Riviera, the seaside village of Ksamil certainly deserves its own mention on this list. Ksamil is found to the south of Saranda and is widely considered among the prettiest vacation spots in Albania due to its idyllic seaside surroundings. Crystal clear […]
Gjirokastra, is one of the best places to go in Albania if you want to see the country’s more traditional side. This small inland city is the other historical city alongside Berat that is recognized by UNESCO for its exceptionally well-preserved character. Walking through its cobblestone streets past the bazaar and gorgeous Ottoman architecture, you’ll […]
ALBANIAN RIVIERA Albanian Riviera, Although Saranda may be the best known beach destination on Albania’s coast, there are a whole host of smaller towns and beach resorts in Albania that are collectively known as the Albanian Riviera. The area generally refers to the stretch of coast on the Ionian Sea that starts at Saranda and continues all […]
SARANDA Saranda, Resting right at the southern end of Albania’s considerable coastline, you’ll find the resort city of Saranda and some of the best beaches in Albania. Saranda combines brilliant beaches, pumping nightlife, and interesting historical sights to ensure that it has something for everyone who visits. Mango Beach and Saranda Beach are the two central beach areas that […]
BERAT Berat, With its incredible Ottoman-style houses, it’s easy to see why the town of Berat is one of the most adored destinations in Albania. The charming buildings have earned Berat the nickname The City of a Thousand Windows, while its thousands of years of history has earned the town a place on the UNESCO World […]
