Vibrant Tirana

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Explore the energy, soul, and magic of the Balkans.

Tirana is one of Europe's most vibrant capitals. Home to the largest "Piazza" in the Balkans, the city is transforming into a friendly walking town.

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The Ever-Developing Capital

Highlights

Museums BunkArt 1 & 2
National Gallery
Blloku
Toptani Castle

Visiting the famous "Blloku" surrounded by vibrant cafes, great food, and always something going on is a must-do when visiting Tirana. Don't be afraid to talk to some locals while sipping your morning coffee or an evening drink - Albanians are happy to talk to you.

Getting to know history through multiple historical musea, like BunkArt is also quite unique. BunkArt consists of two bunkers from the Communist Era that are converted for the public to learn about this period of Albania.

This ever-developing city was founded in the early 17th century, but the area has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The city has been the capital since 1920. Around 18% of the country lives in Tirana, which makes it the most populated city in Albania.

Albanians suffered almost 50 years of isolation under the communist regime. Tirana still bears traces of that bitter part of its history. The city is filled with Communist building complexes. It used to be gray and ugly, all multi-story apartments with the same style. They were so similar that it was difficult to distinguish them. It was designed in the style of Soviet architecture. However, Tirana was given a makeover after communism fell in the 1990s. It was painted in bright colors with a variety of patterns. A lot of new architectually interesting buildings started to develop ever since as well.

In 2016 Albania became the country with the most coffee houses per capita in the world, the bulk of the cafes being in Tirana. And with good reason: Albanians love a good cup of coffee.