The Jewish Street is a cultural heritage monument located in the city of Vlora. This monument was declared a cultural monument in September 2006. Its typology is a settlement and construction of the XIX century. In September 2006, this structure was officially recognized as a significant cultural artifact. This is a classification of a 19th century dwelling and building style. A cohesive group of

The Ruins of Odhisa Kasnec's House in Vuno, Vlora stand as a significant cultural artifact. The Kasneci tribe's dwellings were deemed the most fitting for accommodating artists and travelers who came to visit the area.At this very spot, Lord Byron experienced a sense of wonderment and awe. Edward Lear, a painter and writer who e

The village of Goranx in Gjirokaster houses Saint Mary's Church, which is situated close to the Melani coast. In Albania, the church holds a significant historical position as one of the earliest cult objects. Throughout its history, the 18th-century construction has undergone numerous renovations and modifications in its composition. In the year 2000, the church was deemed a cultural landmark. Th

Dhërmi village is located along the road that comes from Palasa to Himare. The village rises on a mountain slope, in a rugged terrain. Almost all of the houses of the village have a characteristic shape. The old village carries historical values, which is also shown by the architecture of its buildings. It is mostly noticeable on the 300-year-old cobbled streets or the towers of Kapedan Ko&c

The village of Shelegar is located near the city of Saranda, established in 1918. The village is small, with scattered neighborhoods, with houses far and close to each other, built by the residents in such a way that they fit the territory. The village was created by çamë refugees, who form the majority of the population with two Toscan families from the village of Podgoran, Përm

The village of Gjashtë is located on the main Saranda-Delvina road at the exit of Saranda. Gjashta is one of the newest villages in the Saranda area, created in the 20th century, around 1974-1975. Despite being a new village, like other nearby villages, it fits the local way of life.  The biggest contributor to this village's economy is immigration. The kind residents of this

Around 35 kilometers from Saranda, in the vicinity of Lukova and Piqeras, is locaed the village of Sasaj. Sasaj is a small village with locally typical homes. The village has a variety of fruit trees, with different types of trees in every house.  The village of Sasaj is located on a hill near the coast. Like most of the villages along the Sarand-Vlor coast, the beach of Bunec and the sea ca

Saranda is a historic city located in the southern coast of Albania, across the island of Corfu, and 20 km from Butrint. It holds rare Albanian and European cultural and archaeological heritage. Saranda is bordered by Kakomena, Hamalloi, Lëkurës, Gjashtë, and the Ionian Sea. In the past, historians like Strabo, Ptolemy, and Cicero referred to it as Onhezm. This word had 2 meanings:

At about 28 kilometers from Saranda, the village of Piqeras is located between Lukova and Borshit. The village is situated between a mountain and the sea on a green hill. The two-story stone houses with red roofs and windows overlooking the sea are unique. Also endless plantations of olives and citrus fruits, which descend in waves to the sand of the sea, where the untrodden beaches of this unusua

The village of Ilias is located on the hill called Cikopulla. It is a small village with no more than 200 inhabitants, which is located along the picturesque road of the Ionian coast, just past the village of Dhërmi. In the interior of the village, along an unpaved road, there is the Monastery of Stravidhi, which is dedicated to the Theotoq. It is built over the ancient temple of God Dias an

 In Himare, the village of Lukov is located midway between Piqeras and Saint Vasili. Lukova stands out for its forested area, which blends smoothly with the Ionian Sea's blue colour. Its coastal climate and alpine climate mix so well together. According to studies on the founding and history of Lukova, it is believed to date back to the Middle Ages, possibly during the final centuries of Byz

Borshi borders on the east with the village of Fterën and on the north with the village of Qeparo. It has a magnificent coastline of 7 km, with a population of 2500 inhabitants. This village stands out for its cultural heritage, livestock, agriculture, and for its stunning beaches. Its panorama with a coastline surrounded by olive and citrus plantations is one of the most characteristic of the S

The city of Himara lies between Vuno to the northeast, Porto Palermo to the south, the Ionian Sea to the west and the mountains to the east. It resembles an amphitheater when seen from afar. The city, as one of the main summer destinations in the country, is also home to a large part of the Albanian cultural heritage. The city carries an ancient Albanian culture and an autochthonous population th

The ancient village of Vuno is located near the canyons of Ilias after passing the village of Dhërmi on the national road that leads to Himare. The settlement dates from the VIII -VI BC and is positioned about 400 m above sea level, with a stunning view of the Ionian Sea. There are a large number of houses with characteristic architecture and cobblestone streets. Vunoi is characterized by wh

The village of Palase is located behind the Llogara pass, with an extraordinary beauty. It has a wonderful panorama with the mountains around, the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea. Palasa is the first village of the province of Himara, after crossing the Llogara pass and crossing down the five turns of the mountain slope. The village is built in one of the valleys that are created by the fo

The village of Kudhës lies in the southwest of Himara, at an altitude of 335 m above sea level and 6 km away from the Ionian Sea. It is one of the seven villages of the province of Himara. Kudhes is a village hidden behind the hills and with the river passing through it makes this village look more attractive. The name Kudhas, based on popular lexical etymology, is thought to be this variant

Vranishti is located at the bottom of the mountain, in the Vlora River. The village is located in the middle of high peaks, often covered with clouds, which is where its name (cloudy weather) comes from. This village has a special natural beauty, "Guri me Qiell" (Stone with a Sky) which is considered as an exceptional natural object. From the height of this monument, you can see a large part of t

Bolena, nestled on the western side of Mount Çipini in Vlora, holds a rich history and significant cultural heritage. Referred to as the "God of the Sun," it was a cherished place for Ali Pasha Tepelena during his adolescence. The village's roots trace back to ancient times, with Ceria as its oldest settlement, dating back to the Bronze Age. Bolena has faced numerous wars, showcasing the b

Kallarati is a village of Lower Kurveles, part of the Vranisht administrative unit of the Himare municipality. It extends on both sides of the upper flow of Shushica and borders with Bolena, Vranisht, Kuç and the Bogonicë-Gjonthana mountain range. Documentary historical data show that Kallarat has been a settlement, at least since the XI-XII century. However, we find the first documen

The village of Kuç is located 60 kilometers from Saranda and 62 kilometers from Vlora in the southwest of the Kurveles province. Kuçi has an area of 180 km² and a height of about 620 m above sea level. It is one of the most popular villages of Labëria, the largest of Kurvelesi province, both in terms of surface area and population. During the Second World War Kuçi h