Albania
History
Principality of Arbanon was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
Albanian principalities was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
The Kingdom of Albania emerged, giving the area a defined monarchical state structure.
Principality of Albania was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
League of Lezhë was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
Pashalik of Scutari/Janina/Berat was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
League of Prizren was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
Independent Albania was an important early state or ruling power in the region, giving Albania deep historical roots.
Short facts
RegionSoutheast Europe
LanguageAlbanian
Time zoneCET (UTC+1)
Drives onRight
Worth seeing
- Albanian Riviera: Beautiful beaches along the Ionian coast with clear turquoise water.
- Accursed Mountains: Dramatic alpine scenery with hiking trails through remote valleys.
- Berat UNESCO City: Well-preserved Ottoman city of a thousand windows on a hillside.
Planning questions
What is Albania known for?Albanian Riviera, Accursed Mountains, Berat UNESCO City.
What is the capital?Tirana.
Which language is useful?Albanian.
When is the national day?28 November.
How should I browse it here?Start with the facts, jump to linked cities, then check events and topics.
Upcoming events
Albania Independence Day28 Nov 2026 · AlbaniaNo future Albania-linked events are active in the current dataset.
Food & drink
Byrek
RakiKnown for
Albanian RivieraAccursed MountainsBerat UNESCO CityCapital cityLocal foodHistory
Alpine Skiing
Nature & places