Tour Guide, Tirana, Albania
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Tirana
Albania's capital city is the most visitors starting point. With a lot of history to offer you would love to explore this large city. Bunk'art, an anti-nuclear bunker built by the communist government, is now open for the public to experience at that time. It has 5 floors underground building, including 106 rooms.
Other tourist attractions are National History Museum, Skanderbeg Square, Et'hem Bey Mosque, and Clock Tower.
Shkodra
Located in northwest Albania, this city is considered the cradle of culture. One of the main tourist attractions is Rozafa Castle and its history. It will amaze you. Other than that, Shkodra lake and Buna river are preferred by tourists.
Theth National Park - Valbona Valley National Park
These National Parks are situated high in the Albanian Alps. Even though sometimes it may be hard to reach because of the unpaved road, you will thank yourself you didn't give up when you get there. The views and the beauty of nature will amaze you.
Kruja
Known as the home of tradition and our National Hero, Skanderbeg is an old city near Tirana. Kruja castle and Skanderbeg Museum are must-visit attractions in Kruja. Other than that, the old bazaar is a gem of this city.
Berati
The 2,400 years old city or also known as the "City of one above one window", Berati should be the main point of your itinerary. The castle with many churches and mosques, Mangalem and Gorica neighbourhood, and Gorica bridge has made this city a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.
Albanian Riviera
You can't say you have visited Albania if you haven't explored the Albanian Riviera. With so many untouched beaches, rocky and sand beaches, you may think you are in a dream because their beauty will amaze you.
Butrint National Park
The treasure of history and archaeology of Albania, this park is declared a Unesco World Heritage Site. Located near Saranda, this place remains from the Greek and Roman Empire, built and renovated Butrint.
If you have time, also consider visiting the following nearby places in the Butrint National Park:
Ali Pasha’s Castle
Ksamil – Coastal village with beautiful beaches and islands.