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Albanian cities each worth a detour between monuments, old stones and medieval cities. You’ll come across ports and seaside cities. From the mountains to the sea, here are Tirana, Durres, Kruja, Vlora, Saranda and Gjirokastra.

Tirana

Tirana, the capital (240,000 inhabitants), located around the square of Skanderberg and long and wide boulevard of Deshmoret e Kombit,, the rangelands ritual of Grand Paseo Vespéral between the equestrian statue of national hero and the three arches of the university. Most buildings are inherited in styles of Mussolini and Stalin. This gives a certain unity to the whole. Around the statue of Skanderberg, stand the hotel Tirana, the National Museum of History, the Palace of Culture hosted by the USSR, but whose construction was completed after the break, and Ethem Bey Mosque, the only old building in the neighbourhood (1793) with the Clock Tower (1830) that match with the minaret. The boulevard along the Art Gallery Tirana, the hotel Dajti built by the Italians and, after the bridge over the river Lana, the former museum Enver Hoxha, now International Centre of Culture. A little farther on the right, in the street Ismail Qemali, is the museum Enver Hoxha. Finally, beyond the university, the walk leads to a large park. Tirana is also the city of kiosks, small bars, bars that led everywhere to celebrate “softness” of the new times.

Durres
Port and industrial seaside town, Durres, the second largest city of Albania (110 000 inhabitants), is only 39 km from Tirana. Linked with Rome to Bysance. Durres Beachis at Southern district, which commences after the city has six major hotels on the waterfront. The oldest and most chic in the Adriatic. The beach is wild and never-ending.

Kruja
Located north of Tirana, Kruja is a medieval city which has preserved memories of the ninth century. Its castle and its History Museum are interesting, but the main attraction comes mainly for its beautiful bazaar.

Vlora
Vlora is the main port in the centre of the country, where the Adriatic Sea becomes Ionian. This is the area of scafi, (smugglers. The atmosphere prevailing on the docks contrast to the beaches of the Riviera

Saranda
At the south end of the Riviera, Saranda looks at the Greek island of Corfu. It is a small modern city, bordered by palm trees, where Albanians like to come to spend their honeymoon.

Gjirokastra
Against the backdrop of a medieval castle and mountains, Gjirokastra is a swarming legends. Its houses are very well restored, consisting of stones and fortified telling old stories of honor which is inspired by the “Chronicle of the city of Pierre” written by Ismail Kadare. The Museum of Arms brings an extra touch to the smell of vendetta. But it is the sweetness that prevails in small restaurants and guest rooms.

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