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The "City of Roses" — as Përmet is known — is surrounded by mountains, rivers, and beautiful countryside and lies along the Vjosa River. Përmet claims to be greenest and cleanest city in Albania. It is famous for its spectacular surroundings, folk music, delicious recipes (sweets like gliko) and rich history. Përmet in Albania is..

Welcome to my ultimate travel guide for Albania's capital Tirana featuring the best things to do on your next visit. I recently spent two days in Tirana and was blown away by the history, architecture, vibe and food. My travel guide will take you to the most important landmarks, attractions and the best things to do..

Sarandë in Albania - also known as Saranda - is a popular coastal town on the Albanian Riviera. The town lies peacefully in a wide bay and enjoys no less than 300 days of sunshine a year. No wonder it has grown from a once sleepy fishing village to a thriving town that is a..

My Guide for your Albania Holiday In this post, you will find all the information you need for your trip to Albania. Explore the ‘Land of the Eagles’ with its vast mountain ridges, rugged cliffs, enchanting forests, lush green meadows and medieval fortresses. If you prefer to swim, you can relax on the sandy beaches..

Travellers often ask me: how dangerous is Albania? I will answer this question today in my travel blog. The small Balkan country on the Mediterranean has recently become an increasingly attractive holiday destination. The impressive natural beauty, the majestic mountains and the scenic coastline, coupled with a great cultural heritage, are winning the hearts of..

The castle of Berat (Albanian: Kalaja e Beratit) is the fortified citadel of the medieval Albanian city of Berat. During our adventurous trip through Albania, we were able to visit many impressive castles. From remote fortifications such as the fortress of Porto Palermo to the castles high above the Albanian cities of Gjirokaster or Sarandë...

Surrounded by lush greenery, water gushes continuously from an unknown depth. The water shines in dark and light blue tones. It seems as if you are looking into a human eye that reveals the soul of nature. Syri i Kaltër is one of the most fascinating places in Albania and one of the most important..

To discover Albania, it is best to go between May and September, when the weather is more pleasant. August is extremely hot and very touristy. In the summer months of July & August, the water temperature is around 24 °C – perfect for a beach holiday! The months of May and September are ideal for active..