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Tirana

Tirana is a mixture of Western Europe and old Russia, interspersed with influences from the Middle East. The city has overcome its recent troubled past and risen as a gem of Eastern Europe. The modern Tirana is full of restaurants, nightlife and hotels, and has rediscovered itself and become an energetic, vibrant and cosmopolitan city that is worth exploring.
Colourful facades of Tirana in Albania
Tirana's Colorful Facades

Mayor Edi Rama, internationally renowned as an artist before he took over the post of Tirana's mayor in 2000, decided to give the city a more welcoming look by painting old and Soviet block-style building facades in bright colours. The initiative certainly accomplished its goal of helping the city appear more attractive.

An office building seen from Skanderbeg square
Skanderbeg Square
Sheshi Skenderbej, Tirana

Skanderbeg Square is the social and cultural centre of Tirana, this is an excellent place for people watching and absorbing the daily life of the denizens of this city. The famous Equestrian Statue is located on the Southern Side of the Square.

man and woman shopping
QTU — Qendra Tregtare Univers
Rruga Industriale, Tirana

The Universe Shopping Centre (QTU) is a modern and expansive shopping complex, located just west of Tirana's city centre. Covering 13,600 square metres, it is one of the largest shopping destinations in the Balkans.

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Bulevardi Gjergj Fishta
Bulevardi Gjergj Fishta, Tirana

For ceramics and jewellery go to the Bulevardi Gjergj Fishta area, which consists of several blocks of excellent ceramic and jewellery stores. Have a stroll through the many unique shops and little boutiques and find the perfect souvenir to remind you of your time in Tirana.

Best Time To Visit

There really is no bad time to visit Tirana, since every season has a lot to offer to visitors. You will have the most pleasant weather with warm temperatures, and a low chance of rainfall in the summer months of June, July and August. However, if you prefer to avoid tourist crowds, plan your trip to Tirana for late September or October.

Passport/Visa

The visa policy of Albania is closely aligned with the Schengen Area's regulations. It allows 90-day visa-free entry for citizens of Schengen member states, with the exception of individuals from some extra-European territories. Additionally, Albania grants visa-free access to citizens of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, China, Kazakhstan, Kuwait and Turkey. Notably, citizens of the United States can enter Albania without a visa for up to a year. Individuals holding a valid, multiple-entry visa or residence permit issued by a Schengen Area country, the United States, Cyprus, Ireland, or the United Kingdom can also enter Albania visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you leave the Republic of Albania and must have been issued within the last 10 years.

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