Albania has both wide, sandy beaches and small, rocky coves to offer, so there is something for everyone!
Ksamil - Maldives of Europe
The twin islands of Ksamil in southern Albania have been named the ‘European Maldives’. With crystal clear water, fine sand and islands that can be reached by pedal boat, kayak or motorboat, they are a paradise for beach lovers.
Regional cuisine
It is a delicious fusion of Balkan, Greek, Turkish and Italian cuisine. Traditional dishes from the mountainous regions and fresh fish and seafood are a real treat for culinary gourmands. On top of this, prices in restaurants are quite low compared to other Mediterranean countries - a portion of moules or pasta with seafood can be had for around 25 PLN!
Albanians
Another wealth of Albania is the people! Hospitable and helpful - if there is a language barrier they will explain to you with sign language or lead you by the hand to someone who knows how to help. Due to more than 50 years of isolation caused by the communist regime, Albanians are very curious about the rest of the world, which until recently was inaccessible to them.
Monuments
In Albania, objects of cultural and historical value are almost everywhere! Very often, monuments from the Roman, Ottoman or Venetian occupation occur here side by side, creating an incredibly interesting historical mosaic.
Amazing nature
Despite the one of leading reasons for tourist visiting Albania are beaches, more than 70% of land is taken by mountains! There are plenty of hidden lakes, waterfalls and lovely mountain passes. Albanian nature takes the breath away!
Albanian bunekrs
There are several hundred thousand of them, located literally everywhere: on beaches, in mountains, in tiny villages and in big cities. Some today have avant-garde pubs and museums, but the vast majority are undeveloped. They date from the time of the dictator Hoxha, who, after breaking relations with Stalin, feared a nuclear attack from the USSR.
Tirana
The Albanian capital, until recently a grey communist city, is now colourful and original. Full of contrasts, social realist and oriental. Churches and mosques, the huge Skanderbeg Square, the famous glass ‘pyramid’. A big surprise is the excellent National Museum with a very professional and interesting presentation of the history of Albania.
Shkodra
Shkodra is a multicultural, beautiful city and an excellent base for the nearby Lake Shkoder. The extremely picturesque lake is also a paradise for bird lovers.
Kruji bazar
Here you can buy everything from handicrafts and communist-era souvenirs to local food, fruit and spirits. The cobbled stone streets, the view of the mountains and the sea, guarantee a time well spent.
Albania has both wide, sandy beaches and small, rocky coves to offer, so there is something for everyone!
Ksamil - Maldives of Europe
The twin islands of Ksamil in southern Albania have been named the ‘European Maldives’. With crystal clear water, fine sand and islands that can be reached by pedal boat, kayak or motorboat, they are a paradise for beach lovers.
Regional cuisine
It is a delicious fusion of Balkan, Greek, Turkish and Italian cuisine. Traditional dishes from the mountainous regions and fresh fish and seafood are a real treat for culinary gourmands. On top of this, prices in restaurants are quite low compared to other Mediterranean countries - a portion of moules or pasta with seafood can be had for around 25 PLN!
Albanians
Another wealth of Albania is the people! Hospitable and helpful - if there is a language barrier they will explain to you with sign language or lead you by the hand to someone who knows how to help. Due to more than 50 years of isolation caused by the communist regime, Albanians are very curious about the rest of the world, which until recently was inaccessible to them.
Monuments
In Albania, objects of cultural and historical value are almost everywhere! Very often, monuments from the Roman, Ottoman or Venetian occupation occur here side by side, creating an incredibly interesting historical mosaic.
Amazing nature
Despite the one of leading reasons for tourist visiting Albania are beaches, more than 70% of land is taken by mountains! There are plenty of hidden lakes, waterfalls and lovely mountain passes. Albanian nature takes the breath away!
Albanian bunekrs
There are several hundred thousand of them, located literally everywhere: on beaches, in mountains, in tiny villages and in big cities. Some today have avant-garde pubs and museums, but the vast majority are undeveloped. They date from the time of the dictator Hoxha, who, after breaking relations with Stalin, feared a nuclear attack from the USSR.
Tirana
The Albanian capital, until recently a grey communist city, is now colourful and original. Full of contrasts, social realist and oriental. Churches and mosques, the huge Skanderbeg Square, the famous glass ‘pyramid’. A big surprise is the excellent National Museum with a very professional and interesting presentation of the history of Albania.
Shkodra
Shkodra is a multicultural, beautiful city and an excellent base for the nearby Lake Shkoder. The extremely picturesque lake is also a paradise for bird lovers.
Kruji bazar
Here you can buy everything from handicrafts and communist-era souvenirs to local food, fruit and spirits. The cobbled stone streets, the view of the mountains and the sea, guarantee a time well spent.