Albania isn't short of exquisite historical and cultural monuments. There are a plethora of attractive sites in Albania - castles being one of those! Its history of blazing warriors, various civilizations and clashes between empires makes it a must-visit for archaeology fans. We've talked a lot about museums and cultural artefacts of Albania, but now I'll uncover 14 mind-blowing castles to see in Albania! From ancient fortresses to medieval castles, many beautiful sites exist in[...]
If you’ve been following my blog for some time now, then you know how highly I speak of the Albanian Riviera. It’s because of its beautiful Albanian beaches, phenomenal scenic views, pleasant cuisine and welcoming locals that the Albanian Riviera is a must-visit for anyone who is travelling to the Balkans. Although there are countless reasons to fall in love with the Albanian Riviera, one particular spot has my heart since the first time I stepped on its shore and let the cool[...]
Albania is a beautiful country situated in the Balkans, with a vast history submerged in religious, cultural, and ethnic traditions. Ever since I started blogging about my experience as a tourist, and now as an expat residing in Albania, I have had numerous requests on writing a blog post on what to pack for Albania. Since Albania, like other European countries, has a varied climate throughout the year, a packing list for Europe in September would differentiate from a packing list for[...]
If you plan on visiting Albania, then you must put the Albanian Alps on your trip's itinerary. The northern areas of Albania are filled with lush green valleys and mountains, small towns and villages, and some very exciting hiking trails. Hiking is very common in Albania, even for travelling from one village or town to another up in the north. One such very important hike is from Theth to Valbona. Valbona is a small village in the Kukes County of the Albanian alps. It is esse[...]
Albania offers a vibrant culture with scenic beauty unlike others in the entire Balkans. Once you’ve set foot on Albanian soil, you’ll be mesmerized by the hospitality of its people, the abundant delicacies it has to offer and homemade artistic pieces that you can take back as memorabilia from your trip. There are plenty of options to take home as unique Albanian souvenirs, from homemade items to perishable goods. The beauty of these souvenirs is the craftsmanship that cannot be[...]