Nestled in the heart of the Balkans, Albania is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by intrepid travelers seeking a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and vibrant culture. From pristine Albanian beaches along the sparkling Adriatic Sea to historic towns and UNESCO World Heritage sites, Albania offers a diverse range of experiences that […]
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. […]
Muradie Mosque The building, completed in 1542, is one of the most beautiful Albanian constructions ever, perhaps the most beautiful and at the same time the oldest of the Ottoman era, especially as regards the fine workmanship of the external structure. Xhamia e Muradies (the Muradie Mosque)It is the transformation into a mosque of a […]
Bylis Archaeological Park, is an important archaeological site located near the town of Ballsh, Fier, in central Albania. The site contains the remains of the ancient city of Bylis, which was an important settlement during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. The city of Byllis was founded in the 4th century BC and was an important […]
Marubi National Museum of Photography, is a museum located in the city of Shkodër, Albania. The museum is named after the Marubi family, who were a prominent family of photographers in Albania. The museum is dedicated to the history of photography in Albania and features a collection of over 500,000 photographs. The Marubi National Museum […]
The Castle of Berat, is a historic fortress located in the city of Berat, in central Albania. The fortress dates back to the 4th century BC, and it has been occupied by many different civilizations over the centuries, including the Illyrians, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans. The castle is situated on a hill overlooking the city […]
The National Ethnographic Museum of Kruja is a museum located in the city of Kruja, Albania. It is housed in an 18th-century Ottoman-era building that was once used as a bazaar and was converted into a museum in the 1980s. The museum’s collection consists of over 9000 objects that showcase traditional Albanian life and culture. […]
The Castle of Gjirokastra, is a fortress located in the city of Gjirokastra, in southern Albania. It is one of the largest and most significant castles in the country, and it is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. The castle dates back to the 12th century, although the majority of the existing structures were built […]
Onufri National Iconographic Museum The National Iconographic Museum “Onufri” is a museum located in the city of Berat, Albania. It is named after Onufri, a 16th-century Albanian icon painter who is considered one of the greatest artists of the Orthodox Church. The museum was founded in 1980 and is housed in the 18th-century Church of […]
