Albania

Europe's last undiscovered coast.

This is a first draft of the Albania list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Beaches · Beaches

Clear Ionian water, at a fraction of Greek prices.

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Must-See

Heritage · UNESCO

Two Ottoman towns of stone houses climbing hillsides.

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Heritage · UNESCO

Greek and Roman ruins in the forest, by a lagoon.

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Worth a Detour

Mountains · Hiking

The Accursed Mountains and a famous hike.

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Cities · Bunkers

A colorful capital with Cold War bunkers turned into museums.

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If You're Nearby

Nature · Springs

A startling blue spring, near Saranda.

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Grey pins: guides still being written.