
The Lakeside Town Pogradec stretches along Lake Ohrid’s southwestern shore, claiming Albania’s portion of this ancient, deep lake shared with North Macedonia. The town’s identity is entirely lake-linked—fishing traditions, tourism, …

The Fortress Town Elbasan sits in central Albania along the ancient Via Egnatia—the Roman road connecting the Adriatic to Constantinople. Historically significant, militarily strategic, yet today relatively off tourist radar. …

The Organic Town Përmet sits in southern Albania’s Vjosa River valley, surrounded by mountains, known for producing exceptional natural products and maintaining relaxed, authentic character. It’s not a tourist destination …

Layers of Civilization by the Sea Butrint represents what Albania offers at its best—major archaeological significance, beautiful natural setting, historical complexity spanning over 2,500 years, yet still accessible and uncrowded …