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Albania is a country in southeastern Europe, situated between the Adriatic and Ionian seas. In recent years it has become one of the most fascinating destinations in the Balkans, thanks to a combination of mountain landscapes, a Mediterranean coastline, and historic cities protected by UNESCO. Along the Albanian Riviera, bays, beaches, and small coastal towns follow one after another, while the interior is home to stone cities, Ottoman settlements, and traces of ancient civilizations. Despite rapid tourism development, many parts of Albania still retain an authentic character and a slower pace of life that is increasingly hard to find in the Mediterranean.
Berat is one of the most recognizable historic cities in Albania and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The houses of the Mangalem quarter descend down the hillside…
Gjirokastër is a city in southern Albania, known for its stone tower-houses and steep cobbled streets on the hillside above the Drino river valley. Due to its …
Himara stretches between the mountains and the Ionian Sea along a section of the Albanian Riviera known for its small coves and pebble beaches. While the moder…
Ksamil is a small coastal town in southern Albania, known for its turquoise sea, sandy beaches, and tiny islands just off the shore. Located near Butrint Natio…
Saranda stretches along a wide bay in southern Albania, across from the Greek island of Corfu, and is the main urban center of the Albanian Riviera. Along the …
Tirana is the capital of Albania, founded in the 17th century, having grown from an Ottoman town into a modern European center. Today it is known for its color…
Vlorë is situated where the Adriatic and Ionian seas almost meet, marking the gateway to the southern stretch of the Albanian coast. Unlike the smaller towns a…
