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Durrës. Albania is a hidden gem in Europe, and its port city of Durrës is a testament to the country’s rich history and modern development. Located on the Adriatic Sea, Durrës has been a vital hub for trade and commerce since ancient times. Today, it boasts a vibrant cultural scene, stunning beaches, and a diverse range of attractions that ...
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Vlore lies in the southwestern coastal region of Albania, at the southern end of the Adriatic Sea and the northern part the Ionian Sea. The Vlore coastline accounts for about 30% of the entire coast of Albania. The Albanian Rivierais nearby. It is 135 km from the capital city, Tirana, separated by only 72 km from Italy (Channel of Otranto) and 123 ...
The dialect of Vlore is difficult to learn, as it includes a special kind of speaking (slower than the rest of Albania), difficult "r" and "l" ("r", especially when the first letter of a word, is severe, while "l" is something between "l" and "ll", similar to the Greek "l") and a lot of special phrases. Vlore people almost always use "motra" and "v...
By bus
1. 40.47422319.4899621 Bus station (On the main road passing by the historical museum, shortly after the Credins bank on the right side of the road coming from the city center. There is no proper bus station to speak of, the buses simply line up on the side of the road.). Connections to Sarande, Berat, Gjirokaster etc. See timetable in the picture, or, as always, check Gjirafa.com to find any connections in Albania.(updated Oct 2022) Destinations: 1. Sarandë– As of September 2014, mini-buses...
By boat
1. 40.449719.48082 Vlore Port. From Brindisi with two overnight ferries, arriving in Vlore early in the morning.
By plane
The nearest airports are in Tirana, or Corfu, via the Sarandëferry. As of 2023, a new airport is being built in Vlorë.
There are three areas you might visit in Vlore: 1. Beaches– They stretch several Km to the south/east of the port, and there are numerous hotels and apartments in this stretch. There are also good beaches north/west of the port, but these are less easily accessible. 2. Port area– Numerous hotels and restaurants in this area, though the town beach a...
Catholic church.Mosque of Neshat Pasha.The House of Eqerem bej Vlora. The House of Eqerem bej Vlora is a monument of cultural heritage.(updated Jul 2019)The House of Writer Petro Marko. The residence of the writer Petro Marko is a monument of cultural heritage.(updated Jul 2019)Enjoy the vivid night lifeof the city and suburbs.Beach, Radhimë village (South of Vlora).Natural springs. Vlore is blessed with numerous natural springs because of precipitation and the mountainous landscape.Vlore's sea products are some of the best in Albania. The Paradisa Beach Restaurant offers great seafood and is 5-10 minutes (depending on traffic) with a car from the center of Vlore. Ask for the right direction. Another great restaurant is "Makareshi", which is less than 5 minutes from the center of the city (with a car). But the most important t...
By the main beach where the Adriatic meets the Ionian sea, there is a natural mineral water spring that leads into the ocean. Locals fill up empty bottles to take with them to the beach, and larger containers to take home. You can have an aperitif always near the seaside or in the mountain of Llogora, a natural park (protected). 1. 40.46358719.5034...
Accommodation on offer ranges from luxurious to basic with a good choice of hotels in between. Friendly service and good hospitality is usually encountered. Also available are private apartments and homes for longer stays of 10-15 days, B&Bs and hostels. You can camp in some areas. Town centre: 1. 40.46159419.4933091 Hotel Rolex, Rruga Toto Hosi (n...
From north to south: 1. Tirana(N 145 km (90 mi)) – The capital—trees and mountains surround the city. Mt. Dajt is a popular tourist site for a great view of the city. 2. Durres(N 120 km (75 mi)) – One of the oldest cities in Albania. Flooded three times during its history. The current city is built on the ruins of two previous ones. It has the larg...
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A short-lived monarchical state known as the Principality of Albania (1914–1925) was succeeded by an even shorter-lived first Albanian Republic (1925–1928). Another monarchy, the Kingdom of Albania (1928–1939), replaced the republic. The country endured occupation by Italy just prior to World War II (1939–1945).
Mar 20, 2024 · Starting in Kruja, Albania’s medieval capital, the trip heads south to Durrës, a key port for both the Greeks and the Romans, then Berat, the Illyrian city of Byllis, and on to Apollonia and ...
Dec 12, 2019 · Butrint National Park and the ancient city. The first Albanian site to be granted World Heritage status by UNESCO in 1992, the 2,500-year-old city of Butrint makes up 11 square miles of the 35-square-mile national park of the same name. Butrint National Park is a little less than 12 miles from the Greek-Albanian border.
Apollonia ( Ancient Greek, Koine Greek: Ἀπολλωνία, ἡ; city-ethnic: Ἀπολλωνιάτης, Apolloniates; [1] Latin: Apollonia; Albanian: Apollonia or Apolonia) was an Ancient Greek trade colony which developed into an independent polis, and later a Roman city, in southern Illyria. It was located on the right bank of the Aoös ...
Feb 29, 2024 · Mentioned in this article are the 4 Major Ports of Albania. 1. Port of Durres. Durres is the biggest port of Albania, situated at the northern end of the Bay of Durres, a body of water between Kalaja e Turres and Cape Durres. The Port is made of an artificial basin between 2 moles, with a 183 m wide entrance with a west-northwest orientation.
