Albania

INTRODUCTION

The Balkan nation of Albania lies cross the Adriatic Sea from Italy, and is located in southeastern Europe. Albania has a population of 3.5 million people and Tirana is the capital city.

HISTORY

The Roman Empire

The Romans ruled Illyria for about six hundred years. Roman rule brought great change to society. Art, culture and the school of philosophy in Appolonia became well-known. The Illyrian culture and its language survived through the years, and many words became integral to the Albanian language.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

No visa is required for citizens of the United States, member countries of the European Union, New Zealand and Australia and EFTA member countries. A three month entry visa is given upon arrival which can be extended. Citizens of other countries must obtain a visa at the nearest Albanian embassy before departing for the country.

An entry tax must be paid upon entry to the country by air, sea or land. The amount varies for different nationalities. The amount for North American and EU citizens is US$5. An exit tax is required at Rinas Airport, which is US$10.

Albania's national language is Albanian, and the nation uses the Lek currency which has an exchange rate of about 95 lek for every United States dollar.

Capital: Tirana

Time Zone: DST +0200 UTC

Languages: Albanian and Greek

Power: 220 V, 50 Hz

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RESTAURANTS

There is a great menu to explore in many restaraunts in Albania and you will NEVER get tired of the food. Try these out

Sofre e Ariut - A unique restaraunt with an interesting array of animals on display

Lion Park - Traditional Albanian food with a great Italian mix, live entertainment and a lovley garden bar

Juvenilja - Pizza, Italian and Albanian food on offer

LODGING

Tirana - Sheraton 5 star hotel - this beautiful hotel has everything on offer from 24hr room service, childrens facilities, in house pools even facilities for your pet.

Saranda - Andon Lapa Hotel - 3 star - situated close to the centre of town this lovley hotel is only a 5 minute walk to the beach and has on site swimming facilities

Berat - Hotel Castle Park - 3 stars - this gorgeous hotel offers villas and rooms, there is a beautiful park attached to the hotel. The area is well known for its hunting, fishing, climbing and rafting activities

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Albania

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