Quick search
CTRL+K
Quick search
CTRL+K
Shkodër is one of the largest and oldest cities in Albania. Its foundation is not known with certainty, but it was established by Illyrians from the Greek area. A time from the middle of the 200s BC. the city had the status of the capital of an Illyrian kingdom for the Ardiaei tribe. Since then there were several rulers over the city and the area, which came under the Ottoman Empire in the 1470s. For the Ottomans, Shkodër was a strategically important city on the roads to other parts of the Balkans and to the sea.
Today, Shkodër is an interesting city to visit, where you can experience the atmosphere of one of the country’s large provincial cities. The city’s modern center is Sheshi Demokracia square, where there are fountains and green spaces. At the square you can also see the Teatri Migjeni, which is Shkoder’s leading theatre. You can also take a walk along the elegant pedestrian street Rruga Kolë Idromeno, where there are shops, cafes and restaurants, and the cozy side street Rruga Gjuhadol.
There are several sights in central Shkodër. The city has, among other things, two cathedrals; the Catholic and the Orthodox. The Catholic Shkodër Cathedral was built 1858-1867 and has a bright and fine church space, while the city’s Orthodox cathedral was opened in the year 2000. You can also see Shkodër’s Franciscan church from 1905 and several mosques in and outside the city centre.
The most famous sight in Shkodër is the castle Rozafa, which is located west of the city itself. The castle is beautifully and impressively located on top of a ridge, and from the castle area there is an unforgettable view of both Shkodër and the surrounding nature with, among other things, Lake Shkodër. Rozafa lies as a ruin, where a number of walls and other structures have been preserved. There is also a castle museum in Rozafa, and close to the castle you can see the so-called Blymoské, which was completed in 1773.
Podgorica is a city that is one of Europe’s newest capitals, gaining this status with Montenegro’s independence in 2006. For many decades in the 1900s, both the city and Montenegro were part of Yugoslavia, and in tribute to the head of state Josip Tito was Podgorica in the years 1946- 1992 known as Titograd.
Podgorica is beautifully situated in the Montrinean countryside on the site of the Ribnica and Morača rivers; just the outlet of Ribnica is one of the city’s scenic and pleasant sights. Podgorica is also located at the foot of the Gorica ridge, which is exactly what the capital’s name means.
Tirana is the capital of Albania and for decades, it was one of Europe’s most closed and inaccessible cities for tourists. Today it is almost the other way around when you think of exploring the sights and neighborhoods and in the meeting with the friendly people of Albania.
Tirana is a city created through centuries of diverse construction from a variety of rulers and the culture and style of leaders. The 13th century Justinian Fort once formed the center of the city, which has since been influenced by not least the Ottoman Empire, Italy and the special Albanian communism.
Durrës is the second largest city in Albania and is located like Tirana’s port city on the Albanian Adriatic coast. The city’s early history started with the arrival of Greek settlers from Corinth and Korkyra in the 6th century BC. At that time the city was called Epidamnos, and it was also known as Dyrrachium. Dürres became part of the Roman Empire and later also the Byzantine Empire.
In the Middle Ages, both Bulgarians and Venetians fought over Durrës and the well-located area. In 1501, the Ottomans captured the city and their rule was maintained until 1912, before the Albanians gained their independence and freedom. Durrës briefly became the capital of the Principality of Albania, which soon became part of Italy. During World War II, Durrës was occupied by German troops, and after the war, the city became part of communist Albania.
Shkodër, Albania
Overview of Shkodër
Shkodër is one of the largest and oldest cities in Albania. Its foundation is not known with certainty, but it was established by Illyrians from the Greek area. A time from the middle of the 200s BC. the city had the status of the capital of an Illyrian kingdom for the Ardiaei tribe. Since then there were several rulers over the city and the area, which came under the Ottoman Empire in the 1470s. For the Ottomans, Shkodër was a strategically important city on the roads to other parts of the Balkans and to the sea.
Today, Shkodër is an interesting city to visit, where you can experience the atmosphere of one of the country’s large provincial cities. The city’s modern center is Sheshi Demokracia square, where there are fountains and green spaces. At the square you can also see the Teatri Migjeni, which is Shkoder’s leading theatre. You can also take a walk along the elegant pedestrian street Rruga Kolë Idromeno, where there are shops, cafes and restaurants, and the cozy side street Rruga Gjuhadol.
About the Whitehorse travel guide
Contents: Tours in the city + tours in the surrounding area
Published: Released soon
Author: Stig Albeck
Publisher: Vamados.com
Language: English
About the travel guide
The Whitehorse travel guide gives you an overview of the sights and activities of the Canadian city. Read about top sights and other sights, and get a tour guide with tour suggestions and detailed descriptions of all the city’s most important churches, monuments, mansions, museums, etc.
Whitehorse is waiting for you, and at vamados.com you can also find cheap flights and great deals on hotels for your trip. You just select your travel dates and then you get flight and accommodation suggestions in and around the city.
Read more about Whitehorse and Canada
Canada Travel Guide: https://vamados.com/canada
City tourism: https://visitwhite-horse.ca
Main Page: https://www.vamados.com/
Buy the travel guide
Click the “Add to Cart” button to purchase the travel guide. After that you will come to the payment, where you enter the purchase and payment information. Upon payment of the travel guide, you will immediately receive a receipt with a link to download your purchase. You can download the travel guide immediately or use the download link in the email later.
Use the travel guide
When you buy the travel guide to Whitehorse you get the book online so you can have it on your phone, tablet or computer – and of course you can choose to print it. Use the maps and tour suggestions and you will have a good and content-rich journey.
Similar to Shkodër Travel Guide
