Wed, 11 May 2016
Албания расположена в западной части Балкан,на
southeastern Europe. It borders Serbia, Greece, Montenegro and
Macedonia. From the south-west side it is washed by the Ionian Sea, with
the western Adriatic.
The population of Albania is approximately 3.5 million
people, 95% of them are Albanians. The rest of the nation that its
inhabited – Montenegrins, Slovaks, Greeks and Gypsies.
The official language in this country is Albanian, but you can
also meet Italian, Greek and even some Slavic
languages.
The local currency called lek equals 100 kindarkam. AT
banknote turnover from 100 to 5000 leks and coins with par values from 1 to 100
lek. AT разные годы были выпущены банкноты одного номинала, но
differing in appearance. Also in Albania can
pay with American dollars and euros.
The 2010 census showed that Muslims in Albania
make up 48.8%, Orthodox – 43% and Catholics – 8%.
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Albania – the capital and major cities
Tirana became the capital of Albania in 1920. The population of the metropolis
according to official data for 2010, it is 386,420 inhabitants, and
according to unofficial – almost a million people. Its population is
ethnic composition is almost uniform, most of it is
Albanians The city is quite compact, and therefore pleasant for hiking
walks. AT нём сосредоточено около 80% всех промышленных
enterprises of the country. Architectural landmarks in the capital
very few. Only in the old center of Tirana partially preserved
traditional oriental features in the layout.
Также можно отметить такие крупные города как Дуррес, ATлёра,
Berat, Lushnje, Korca, Elbasan, Fier and Shkoder.
Albania – holidays and tours
The shore of the Adriatic Sea is a wonderful place to relax throughout
family, especially since in Albania, hotels are located among the pine
the woods. The Ionian Sea compares favorably with the rest of its
small beaches and crystal clear waters. Albania – Mountain
the country is also famous for its lakes. In almost all cities
have your own lake
AT Албании можно удачно сочетать морские туры с
historical and cultural. This country except clean sea, snow-white
sand, nature, ancient history and Mediterranean climate
It offers a fairly rich cultural modern recreation.
Albania – Attractions
Tirana is a very beautiful cosmopolitan city with its own
unique charm. He gradually gets rid of the gray past and
blooms right before our eyes. There are many charming cozy
parks, bright beautiful buildings, galleries, entertainment centers and
museums. AT самом центре Тираны находятся красивые статуи, фрески и
The pyramid, in which Enver Hoxha found eternal peace. Despite,
that Albania had a communist past, the city is located
many religious buildings, churches, which are stored
valuable wall paintings and icons.
Not far from the capital, in Krui, there is a medieval castle
Skandenberg, which houses two museums, and works next to the castle
restored Ottoman bazaar, where you can buy souvenirs and
works of local artisans.
No less interesting is the fortress of Rozafa, which was built before
Roman conquest. She was involved in the military in 1913
actions.
Berat is considered one of the oldest cities in Albania. Him
architectural monuments have been inscribed on the world heritage list
UNESCO, the city itself is like a museum under the open
the sky. Berat is often called the city thousands of windows, as it has
just outstanding monuments of the Ottoman Empire.
ATолшебный город Саранда подойдёт для тех, кто мечтает о
romantic holiday by the sea. It has quite a developed
tourist infrastructure and affordable prices. Pleasant atmosphere
immediately captivates travelers! Luxury coastline
picturesque streets and unsurpassed landscapes will long be remembered
after a romantic break.
But we should not limit ourselves to the coast, because in Albania
a lot of beautiful places. Almost every village or town can
find breathtaking landscapes, charming houses and picturesque
churches with ancient icons and paintings.
For example, in Berduotchi you can watch the life of herons,
curly pelicans and other equally beautiful birds. None
will remain indifferent to mountain landscapes, color and culture
local villages, research available and interesting
archaeological sites such as the abandoned city of Apolonia or
Roman amphitheater in the town of Dyurosy.
You can make hiking trips to the mountains of Albania, for example on the array
Torroni or in the north of the country in the Alps.
There are also great routes for cycling trips, in winter
snowboarding and skiing. Moreover, there are many
mountain rivers, so there is an opportunity to do rafting, kayaking
or do rafting on kayaks, but in places where the river
more calm.
Albania – the weather
The climate in Albania is temperate subtropical Mediterranean.
Hot dry summer (in July +24 +28 С) and wet cool winter (on
north +6, on south + 14C). Temperature range depends on
as far as the place is located at a height above sea level. Therefore in
in some parts of the country in winter it can be as low as -20 ° C, in the summer not higher
+ 10C.
Precipitation falls in the amount of 600-800 mm per year, the greatest
the number falls in the spring and autumn periods. AT горных районах, на
an altitude of about 1000 meters snow cover can hold out
several months.
Weather in Albania now:
Albania – Kitchen
AT Албании предпочтение отдают мясу (баранина, говядина), рыбе
(trout and carp) and vegetables. AT своё время огромное влияние на местную
rendered Slavic, Turkish and Greek cuisine.
It is necessary to try such national dishes as
Kukurech, Farges Tyrant, Shish Kebab, Shark Ice Cream and Sweet
rice cakes In the summer, preference is given to cucumber soup and
taratoru.
Albanians prefer very strong coffee, this should not be
forget, making an order at a local restaurant.
Alcohol is most good white wines. Lovers
stronger drinks will be satisfied by trying the tincture
herb fernet, local brandy and fruit liqueurs.
Albania – interesting facts
Albanians, oddly enough, confirm what was said not with a nod, but
shaking your head from side to side. Their negative gesture
corresponds to our “yes”, that is, a nod of his head. AT Тиране и других
in large cities it is not so common, but in the provinces
people are true to their customs, so there is often a misunderstanding
between tourists and locals.
Albania – visa application
Citizens of the Russian Federation who decide to visit this country from May 30 to 31
October, you do not need to issue a visa (during this period private
visit for 90 days).
If you have a national visa category D of any country
Schengen Agreement or Schengen visa category C, Albanian
a visa is also not required. If there are no such documents, then
in advance to take care of obtaining the appropriate visa. By
for a private invitation, its cost will be from $ 5, business visa
will cost $ 20.
Albania – Embassy
117049 Moscow, Mytnaya Str. 3 q. 8Tel. 230-77-32
Map of Albania
