Ten Great Things to Do When You Visit Albania

Albania is a great place to visit in Europe as it is5.) The Theatre of Butrint
very rich in history and culture, and in fact, someThe Theatre of Butrint is yet another one of the
archeological attractions in Albania are as old assites you will see in Albania dating back to the
the Stone Age era. Not only that, Albania has alsoRoman Period. This well preserved theatre is one
served as a crossroads for some of the world'sof the most famous as well as the most
greatest armies and civilizations so it is rich inpreserved sites in Albania. Of course, this is a
historical monuments and archaeological sites.favorite tourist spot that is a must-see.
Albania literally means "the land of the eagles," and6.) The National Museum of Medieval Art
this meaning can be seen in their national flag, soThis museum is located in Korca. The National
here are 10 places you can visit when you visitMuseum of Medieval Art showcases over seven
Albania:thousand cult and art items. Here, you will see
1.) The Fortress of Gjirokastramedieval works on art ranging from sculptures,
Otherwise called the "Silver Fortress," the 4thmetal works, textiles and others.
century fortress is the biggest as well as the one7.) The Ionian Coast
of the most preserved constructions in Albania.Here, tourists can lie down on the beach, explore
The Fortress has an amazing view of theunderwater life through diving, take part of
countryside. You can also see the Drinos Valleyspeedboat tours or eco tours, hike, etc. Famous
when you visit this historical site.spots for diving are the Cape of Rodon and Cape
2.) The National Museum of Weapons and theof Lagji. The beach of Dhermi also offers sites
Museum of Folk Culturelike wrecked ships, corals as well as a rich flora
These are must see attractions inside the aboveand fauna.
mentioned fortress. Here, you will find weapons8.) The City of Berat
and arms displayed dating from World War II toBerat City lies at the banks of the Osum River. It
as far back as the Neolithic era. You will also findis considered a museum city of Albania for its
artifacts such as clothing, utensils and others inwealth of historical buildings and diverse
the Museum of Folk Culture showcasing how thearchitecture. In this city, you will find the Berat
people lived in earlier times.Castle, the Onufri museum, the ethnographic
3.) The Butrint Archaeological Sitemuseum as well as the Medieval Center.
Located at the southwest coast of Albania,9.) The Lekures Castle
Butrint is included in the World Heritage List byIt is a castle located along the Ionian coast. This
UNESCO. It serves as a testament to the place'simpressive monument has a great view of the
beauty and history. Here, you will see glimpses ofSaranda Harbor and has two round towers along
the cultures of the Bronze Age, Roman, Greek,the north-west and southeast corners. You will
Ottoman, Venetian and Byzantine Periods.also find in this castle a famous restaurant that
4.) The Rozafa Castleserves local cuisine.
The Rozafa Castle is one of the most famous10.) The White Spring
castles of Alabania. It has existed since the lllyrianThis spring is located between the mountains of
times and was used as a base for attackingDidha and Kunora. This spring is said to have
Rome during historical times. This castle's namecurative properties for such ailments in the
arises from a legend about one of the builder'skidneys, urinary tract, larynx, stomach, and
wife being sacrificed so as to appease the god'sthyroid glands. This place is also a great
and make the castle walls stand.eco-tourist attraction.