Popular weekend beach retreat where small seaside resorts can be found. This is also where Albania's wealthy rest. Visit Skanderbeg Castle along the cost, and a small church at Rodon Cape nearby.
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Kalaja e Prezës
This 15th-century castle is on the picturesque hills of Preze village west of Rinas airport.
Mozaiku i Tiranes
The mosaic was discovered following excavations for an apartment complex. Various artifacts point to the presence of a village in the area thousands of years ago. This is the only archaeological site in Tirana.
Muzeu i Shkencave Natyrore
This museum features the fauna and geological composition of Albania.
Kalaja e Ndroqit
Located on a pyramid-shaped hill. A cobblestone paved pass lead to the castle.
Albanian: Ura e Brarit
A panoramic canyon and Ottoman bridge just steps from the capital. Spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and Tirana. A cave and a beautiful waterfall is found near Shengjergj village.
Shtëpia Sali Shijaku
This well-preserved traditional house owned by painter Sali Shijaku features art displays, traditional house emnities, and a restaurant.