Albania
Inhabitants (million)
Area (1000 km²)
Inhabitants per km²
Tirana
Capital
Lek
Currency
GDP (PPP per capita, US$)
04.-20.06.2016
When we were there
Length of stay (days)
Kilometers traveled
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Lake Koman Ferry in Albania – a stunning boat ride!
In the late 1960s, Albania’s communist regime began building several hydroelectric dams along the country’s biggest stream, the Drin River. And even today, these three dams account for more than three quarters of Albania’s electrical power production. What came with the dams, were the reservoirs in between them.
Gallery: Tirana
With 610,000 inhabitants, Tirana is Albanias capital and largest city. And there is a lot going on! Dive into the vibrant European lifestyle and soak up the feeling of change!
Gallery: The Albanian Alps
If you visit Albania, you need to go to the Albanian Alps! You will need a 4WD vehicle or be fearless enough to travel by furgon. But once you get there, the scenery, wilderness and hiking options will be rewarding! Here are some pictures to feed your curiosity.
Gallery: The best of Albania’s rest
Here is the first set of pictures of Albania.
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Costs of overlanding Albania
Planning to go overlanding in Albania and wondering how much you would have to spend? Here is an insight into how much we spent in this beautiful little country.
The good news is that overlanding Albania is not very expensive.
Lake Koman Ferry in Albania – a stunning boat ride!
In the late 1960s, Albania’s communist regime began building several hydroelectric dams along the country’s biggest stream, the Drin River. And even today, these three dams account for more than three quarters of Albania’s electrical power production. What came with the dams, were the reservoirs in between them.
4 memorable things to do in Tirana!
Tirana offers many interesting sights and activities for its visitors. We stayed there for three days. Besides watching the EURO2016 in different fan zones, we walked around a lot through Albania’s growing capital. Orientation It is pretty easy to orient...
Albania: The Essentials
The Albanian identity, as one native told us, lies on three columns: their liberator Skënderbej, their unique language – and Rakija. Albania, or better Shqiperia, is a small country with a big and influencing history. Their national hero Skënderbej dates back to...
7 Reasons why you should go visit Albania now!
Are you wondering where your next trip should lead you? Albania may not be the first country most people consider during their trip planning stages. But it is definitely worth to visit Albania!
What makes Albanians one of the nicest European inhabitants
Although you can reach Albania from our hometown within one day of driving, we knew little to nothing about this country or its inhabitants. But now, after spending more than…
People and Stories from Albania
People and Stories from Albania
What makes Albanians one of the nicest European inhabitants
Although you can reach Albania from our hometown within one day of driving, we knew little to nothing about this country or its inhabitants. But now, after spending more than…
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