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- Explore the 'Old Town' of Vlore and surrounding quirky architecture. Vlore is an old city and in fact, it is one of the oldest cities in Albania. Yet many of the ancient sites like the Kanine Castle or the city walls were not well preserved and are hard to find.
- Walk up to the Kuzum Baba - One of the best things to do in Vlore. This was one of the highlights of my trip to Vlore and all the more surprising because it was a totally ad hoc event for me.
- Stroll the Lungomare - Vlore Promenade. Probably the best thing to do in Vlore – strolling Lungomare. The quintessential seaside resort activity. Albanians love their evening Xhiro and I totally get it.
- Visit Zvernec Monastery. Visiting Zvernec Monastery is a truly wonderful day or half-day trip from Vlore and one of the must-do things while in town! It is in fact the most popular Vlore attraction and the picture of the monastery and a lagoon is the one that is most often associated with Vlore.
4 days ago · These are the best things to do in Berat, Albania. In this guide to Berat, the UNESCO Heritage city in central Albania, we’ve shared our recommendations on where to eat, drink, stay, and how to spend your days.
1 day ago · Interesting facts about Albania. 1. Albania is a country in Southeastern Europe bordering Greece, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Montenegro. 2. Albania was part of the Roman Empire and then the Byzantine Empire (the eastern half of the Roman Empire) when the Roman Empire divided into East and West in 395 AD. Byzantine rule lasted for nearly 1,000 ...
3 days ago · Gjirokaster, also known as the City of Thousand Steps, is another UNESCO site in Southern Albania that offers a wide range of awesome things to do and see. From the mighty Gjirokaster Castle to the beautiful lush green landscape of the surrounding area, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
5 days ago · Plates are piled mountain-high with all manner fresh salads and vegetables baked with spices and stuffed with cheese. Albania is home to Europe’s first wild river national park. Vjosa measures ...
3 days ago · Gjirokaster, the stone city of a thousand steps, is another excellent UNESCO heritage site waiting for you to explore. Here are: 8 Best Things to Do in Gjirokaster. Albanian Riviera, a place where you will find hidden beaches, pristine coastline, and one of the best places to see the sunset in Albania.
3 days ago · There are several archaeological sites in Albania that carry artifacts dating from the Neolithic era, and they are dated between 6,000 and the end of the EBA. The most important are found in Maliq , Gruemirë , Dushman (Dukagjin) , on the Erzen river (close to Shijak ), near Durrës , Ziçisht , Nepravishtë , Finiq , and Butrint .
