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Albania sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places

Tirana Albania is a country of rich heritage, wonderful nature and appealing culture. Every city of Albania is home to numerous places of interest and memorable places. The capital of the country, Tirana, is particularly rich in landmarks. Without a doubt, Scanderbeg Square is the heart of the city and its biggest attraction. There are also several interesting places nearby the square. Here guests of the city will find the National Museum of History and the highest building in Tirana – Tirana International Hotel. One of the most famous markets in the city is located just across the square. That place is very popular with tourists, who enjoy buying fresh fruit, souvenirs and local crafts there.
Albania has a fairly comfortable and extensive system of transport connections, as it is focused on receiving tourists. That notwithstanding, most …
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However, the city of Shkoder is known as the cultural capital of Albania. The city is internationally famous for its main attraction - The Ebu Beker Mosque. Shkoder is also home to one of major Christian shrines – an old Franciscan church. Tourists traditionally enjoy excursions to Rozafa Castle, where they can also listen to numerous legends and stories connected with the castle. It’s a true miracle that the building has managed to survive till modern time as during its long history the castle had to counter threats and attacks of many armies.
Tourists, who enjoy attending museums and participating in excursions, should definitely visit Gjirokastër. This UNESCO protected city is so rich in museums and places of interest that it is often called “an open-air museum”. The most famous museums of Gjirokastër are Armory Museum, Ethnographic Museum and National Liberation Museum. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
In 1946, Albania was recognized as an independent people’s republic. It was in this same year that the Constitution of the country was created and …
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Albania is home to numerous architectural landmarks dated back to the Roman Empire times. In terms of Roman history, the Albanian city of Durres is a true gem. Durres is famous for vestiges of many ancient buildings – remains of protective walls, several castles and fortresses, and a beautiful amphitheater constructed in the 2nd century. Archeologists continue their excavations even these days, and the majority of work is done near the city of Apollonius. Among the main attractions here are Archeological museum and ancient Greek amphitheater, but the most famous one is surely the so called Mosaic House. The beautiful house is surrounded with magnificent statues and fountains. Those guests, who want to enjoy breathtaking views, should definitely visit Kukesi. This town is located in a piedmont region and famous for amazing views of the lake of Fierza.

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In ancient times, Albania was a part of the Roman Empire. After its division, the significant part of the country passed under Byzantium. At the beginning of 13th century, when Byzantium fell, the independent country of Albania was formed. Its capital was Durres. The early Middle Ages were marked by multiple military conflicts with Turkey. In 1468, Albania became a part of the Ottoman Empire. The country gained independence only in 1912.
More than 3.5 million people live in Albania. Albanians are descendants of one of the most ancient settlements on the territory of the Balkan …
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For many years, Albania has been isolated from other countries. Modern resorts have just recently started developing. At present, the country is visited by fans of beach recreation. Excellent beaches are located at the resorts of Saranda and Durres. Literally all beach resorts are distinguished by a diversity of historical attractions, so the guests can combine their recreation at the coast with exciting excursions.
Tirana, Albania Albania will definitely impress shopping enthusiasts. Throughout hundreds of centuries, the country has preserved its craft traditions. Tourists are primarily interested in local markets and gift shops adjacent to craft workshops. Here, you can buy beautiful wooden and copper articles, ceramic items and textiles. Albania is notable for its traditional embroidery. A lot of tourists buy national musical instruments as souvenirs.
Albania’s economy has gone through better years. A few decades ago, the country simply did not have enough money for the re-equipment of certain …
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The national cuisine of Albania has a lot of interesting features too. It was seriously influenced by Turkish food traditions. In each of the local restaurants, visitors can taste different types of kebab and mutton specialties. Many gourmets are searching for the best gastronomic treats in local markets. Here, you can buy home-made cheeses, olives and a lot of popular sweets.
Albania is notable for its unique nature attractions. In the summer period, travelers are offered to hike along the mountainous area. You should also pay attention to the National Park of Lure where a lot of endemic plants grow and rare animals and birds inhabit. The most picturesque places here are canyons of Skraparit. They have been forming for hundreds of years through water and wind.
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Sightseeing in popular cities of Albania

Tirana
The Tirana Clock Tower remains the permanent symbol of the city. It stands on the main square of the city. The tower was built in 1822. Not everyone, however, is aware of the fact that the tower was not so high originally. In 1928, its first major reconstruction took place. The tower was upped to 35 meters. The clock that you can see out there today, was installed after the refurbishment. The best German craftsmen worked on its creation. Lovers of nature should definitely take a tour into the … Read more

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