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1. Venice Art Mask Factory
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 124 reviews
Venice Art Showroom Exclusive production of baroque hand crafted luxury Venetian masks in paper mache and ceramic. Decorated with first choice materials like authentic plume feathers, gold and silver leaf, Swarovski crystals and pearls for Carnival, masquerade balls, masked events, theatre, weddings and home decoration.
Reviewed By elliwebb - Port Arthur, United States
Amazing masks there. I love the one I bought there when I went on holidays to Albania. Great selection of lovely hand-made Venetian masks. And they care so much about the quality of their work that if the mask has a bit of damage from being on display, they won’t sell it to you. They will only sell it if it’s in perfect conditions. That’s how much they care.
2. Duka Winery and Vineyard
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Duka Vineyards and Winery located in the hills of Ishmi, Durres. Duka winery produces three type of red wine: Merlot, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon. We do wine tasting side to vineyard. Please make a reservation for a visit.
Reviewed By Lamaree
My wine tour was part of a day trip I did to Duress. The winemaker was very welcoming & enthusiastic about his product. I toured the vineyards, tasted wine in the production area & then was taken to their newly opened restaurant overlooking a lake. I tried 3 different wines - Tempranillo, Merlot & Cab Sauvignon which was served w/a very nice platter w/local meats, cheeses, olives & bread. There was even a tasting of Raki too since this vineyard produces olive oil, wines & raki all using natural methods - no pesticides!! I could have spent the day in this peaceful welcoming place so don't miss it!
3. Grand Park (Parku i Madh)
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4.5 based on 321 reviews
Reviewed By kiwibuddy1 - Grand Bend, Canada
The 230 h Grand Park is located in the southern end of Tirana. it is a beautiful place to walk, stroll, bike, jog or run, depending on one's energy level! Regardless of your chosen activity, the park is a pleasant escape from the crowded city centre and a chance to enjoy fresh air, nature and tranquility.
4. Mount Dajti
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4.5 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By JonathonGreen10 - Cawood, United Kingdom
Many locals come here to escape the city.Great place to try spit roasted lamb.Has a cable car which makes for a very scenic trip into the mountains.
5. Kruja Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 530 reviews
Reviewed By Rotty300 - Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
A place not to be missed. The little cobbled streets up to the castle have cafes and quirky shops to look at, then when you reach the castle it is amazing. A museum that is one of the best I've been in. A restaurant for lunch and drinks and the views are stunning. A leisurely day can be spent here and one not to be missed. Make sure you have proper shoes
6. Berat Castle
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4.5 based on 1,008 reviews
This 13th-century fort includes a number of preserved Byzantine churches, including the 13th-century Church of St. Mary of Vllaherna and the 14th-century Church of the Holy Trinity.
Reviewed By nadiaolson - Montenegro, null
Take a guide, worth it! An amazing living castle. People still live here, beautiful houses, businesses, souvenir shops, ruins, mosques etc. Beautiful view of the city. highly recommend!
7. The Blue Eye
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4.5 based on 1,770 reviews
Reviewed By 248fredrik_ - Stockholm, Sweden
Booked tour at the tourist center a day in advance. A 30min bumpy ride later and you have beautiful nature and a magical waterspring that is crystal blue! Wish we had more time to explore the surroundings and maybe eat by the water! Try to go early or else it will be quite crowded!
8. Butrint National Park
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4.5 based on 2,421 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
Along with Berat and Gjirokaster, Butrint left the strongest impression on our 2 week Albania tour. It's an UNESCO heritage site, not to be missed if you're in Albania's south. Butrint national park is just a 10 min drive south of Ksamil. There's a big parking lot in front, and the entrance fee is low as around 6 Euros. The site dates back to 8th c BC, showing the Mediterranean historic timeline. Within the site you'll find Hellenic, Roman, Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman heritage. Highlights not to be missed include: - Hellenic Lake and Lion gates from 4c BC - ancient Roman theater from 3rd c. and Roman baths, - Agora from Greek era, later Roman Forum as a center of civic and commercial life, - remains of 6th c Byzantine Baptistery, - Great Basilica from 6th c (perfect), - Acropolis on the middle hilltop with a small museum and great views, - Venetian tower. All around the park, there are explanations in English which is great and makes it very easy to navigate and understand. Great souvenirs inside the park at very reasonable prices. Count on around 2 hours for a visit.
9. Penisola Di Porto Palermo e Castello
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4.5 based on 235 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
You will spot the peninsula from the coastal road. Just make sure you exit the narrow unpaved lane leading to an off road parking lot, and have at least 2 hrs free time. One hour to explore the Ali Pasha Tepelena castle at the peninsula top (read that review), and afterwards to take a relaxing swim or two in beautiful and calm Palermo bay beach.
10. Gjirokaster Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 838 reviews
Reviewed By B1714D - Belgrade, Serbia
We've travelled entire Albania during our 2 week tour and two towns I can point out being the most beautiful are Berat and Gjirokaster. Gjirokaster is only an hour drive from the seaside resorts of Saranda and Ksamil, and I'd suggest everyone holidaying there to make a day excursion. Gjirokaster sits on slopes of Gjere mountains overlooking a huge valley. The Castle occupies a commanding position and is a beautiful site while approaching the town. The fortress dates back to 12 c, modified and reshaped over the centuries. It's main feature, the clock tower was added in 1800's by Ottoman governor Ali Pasha Tepelena who's also responsible for a magnificent sea fortress at Porto Palermo north from Saranda on the Ionian coast (read that review). The Castle houses a military museum consisting mostly of captured WWII Italian and German weapons and a US fighter plane from the cold war era (different versions on it), as well two Pasha tombs and some underground Ottoman era rooms. However, most impressing are the views of the valley and old town below. Like most such places in Albania entry fee is extremely cheap and there are good English explanations throughout the place.
