What are the major cities in Albania

Tirana (Tirana)

The capital of Albania, the largest city in the country, is the political, economic and cultural center of Albania, located in the central and western plains of Albania, under the foothills of Dait Mountain, 40 kilometers from the Adriatic Sea. It is 110 meters above sea level and the climate is warm and humid. It covers an area of 31 square kilometers and has a population of about 912,000. It was founded in 1614 and made the capital in 1920. Tirana has important cultural facilities such as the Cultural Palace and the National History Museum. The square named after the national hero Skanderbeg is located in the center of the city. The Skanderberg statue in the city center, the old mosque and the bell tower are landmarks of Tirana.

Durres

The largest seaport and second largest city of Albania, located on the Adriatic Sea in northern Assi, 40 km from the capital Tirana. Founded in 627 BC, it is one of the oldest cities in Albania. The city has experienced several major earthquakes in its history, and the ancient city walls and the Colosseum are among the monuments that have been excavated and preserved.

Shkoder

Located in the northwest of Albania, it is one of the oldest cities in Albania, founded in the 4th century BC, 86 kilometers from the capital Tirana, which takes about two hours by car. The city has a great influence on the northern part of Afghanistan in the fields of culture, religion, art and so on. Shkodei is an important tourist city, with the castle of Rozaffa, the Historical Museum of Shkodei, the National Photo Museum of Maroubi, Lake Shkodei, Lake Coman, Venetian Art Mask Factory and other attractions.