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Albania
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Southeastern Albania is a region of Albania.
Getting around by car or bus is probably the only available means of transportation. Lack of paving is not uncommon especially inland.
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Thought to be one of the oldest towns in Albania, it is a new member of the UNESCO world heritage list. Berat has long been known as the "city of 1001 windows" because of its unique Ottoman/Albanian architecture. It has a well preserved castle with residents still living inside its protective walls. Nearby is located the world famous Osum Canyon.
surrounded by 84 natural lakes, where you can go boating, fishing, rowing, or camping
a key city for visitors to Korca, Pogradec and North Macedonia.
Another UNESCO city, located in the south is known for its unique Ottoman period architecture. There is a large castle on the hill in the middle of the city which served as a jail for many generations. A Military Museum and Art Gallery are now located inside. Gjirokastër is also the birthplace of former communist Leader, Enver Hoxha, as well as Albania's most internationally famous author, Ismail Kadare, their homes now serve as museums.
a Greek village in
several miles from the Greek border, this city is Albania's cultural capital. It is full of life during the summer when you can find couples and families strolling through the city's main park, Parku Rinia. You can hike to the top of the beautiful mountain Moravia and view the city and its surrounding landscape. Don't miss the Korca Brewery (famous throughout Albania) which sponsors a week long Beer Festival every August!
A small city in the east of Albania, perched atop the river Shkumbin.
Nicknamed “The City of Roses,” Përmet is located in the Vjosa River Valley, approximately 30 km from the Greek border. The city is known for its clean environment and tradition of wine and raki making. Old Permet is worth a look. It is also famous for its nearby thermal springs, located in a beautiful river valley.
overshadowed by its glitzy neighbors on the Macedonian side of the lake, the town of Pogradec has been experiencing a revival
municipality including the Albanian part of Lake Prespa.
the Bylis Archeological Park protects the remains of an ancient Illyrian city
a town that lies between picturesque valleys, hills and mountains
(or Moscopole) is a quiet rural community with significant historical heritage
it is a small alpine town that is one of the highest towns in Albania
an economic centre for the local agriculture, mining, food and textile industries
a small city close to the Greek–Albanian border
A national park inhabited by rare plant and animal species
North of Permet
Voskopoja (or Moscopole) is a village in Southeastern Albania, located in Korçë County. Once a prominent urban center in the 18th century, it was a hub of Aromanian, Greek, and Albanian culture, featuring a printing press and numerous churches.
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