Tirana — what is worth seeing in the capital of Albania? Attractions, monuments and history of the city

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10 min readJul 2, 2023

Tirana for years was one of the most underrated capitals of Europe. However, every year the beauty of the Albanian capital is recognized by more and more tourists from all over the world. Check out what you should know before traveling to the Balkans.

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The Balkans — led by Croatia — have for years enjoyed a huge number of visitors from all over the world. Looking for less commercialized and crowded places, it is worth visiting Albania, with a population of less than 3 million, and specifically the capital Tirana.

Although for years Tirana was not as popular as other cities in the region, today it is visited by crowds of tourists not only from Europe. What history does the Albanian capital hide? How best to get to know it and blend into the atmosphere of the city? What is worth seeing on the spot? This you will find out in my guide about Tirana.

The most important information about Tirana

Tirana, the vibrant capital and largest city of Albania, sits at the confluence of three rivers — Lanë, Tiranë, and Tërkuzë. This bustling metropolis serves as the hub for administration, industry, and culture in the country. The president and the government have their headquarters…

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