Albania is a small country located in the Balkans region of Europe. One of Europe’s best kept secrets, it’s known for its rich history and culture, with ancient ruins, historic cities, and beautiful natural scenery.
Visitors to Albania can explore the country’s fascinating past, from the ancient city of Butrint to the Ottoman-era castle of Berat. Albania has an extensive archeological heritage: it was part of Ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, and the Ottoman Empire before its first declaration of independence in 1912. It’s also one of the few traditionally Muslim nations in Europe.
The country is also home to a range of outdoor activities, from hiking in the Albanian Alps to lounging on the country’s sandy beaches.
With its unique history and beautiful scenery, Albania is a destination that offers a range of experiences for visitors.
In Tirana, we parted ways with Simon. He went to Kosovo, and we continued our Balkan road trip through Albania. But until he left, he talked on and on about this wonderful travelers’ oasis called The Wanderers Hostel (not The Wanderer’s Hostel, mind you!). He said it’s the best place to stay in Shkoder! He said we might meet him there again, but nothing was certain when it came to him. That is because he didn’t believe in mobile phones and other such technology. He left us in the middle of the night, to catch his bus, without saying goodbye, and uncertain if our paths …
If you ever have the chance to visit Tirana Albania with some time to spare and wish to have an interesting drink in a very cool atmosphere, drop by Radio Bar Tirana. The interior of Radio Bar looks quite retro, and the covered terrace can seem a bit whimsical, with cubic shelves filled with plants of all sorts, plus some nice lighting. What to drink at Radio Bar Tirana In their menu, you’ll find classic drinks or you can try something new, should you feel slightly adventurous. Tim, for example, had a green drink, based on cucumbers. It tasted very fresh and healthy. …
We left behind the peaceful Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia and headed towards the busy, noisy, colorful, and lively Tirana Albania‘s capital. When we got to the border between North Macedonia and Albania, I was a bit worried about my passing, as I was the only one without a passport, just with an ID card, and Albania is not in the EU. But everything was OK, and I got over this stressful moment and enjoyed the Balkan road trip afterward. The mountain scenery of Albania is beautiful: rocky, green, wild, and majestic. It made me think about the Carpathian mountains, actually and …
