Famous Albanians – Outstanding Figures from a Small Country
Albania is a Balkan state that, despite its small size and population, has given the world many famous personalities. Its area is 28,748 km², comparable to the Greater Poland Voivodeship in Poland. The population is about 2.8 million. Nevertheless, many outstanding Albanians have made their mark in history, not only in their nation's memory but also worldwide.
Kruja and the Skanderbeg Museum – the heart of Albanian history
The museum dedicated to George Kastrioti Skanderbeg (Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu, 1405-1468) is located in the city of Kruja and is one of Albania's most popular attractions. It was opened in 1982 next to the old castle and was designed by Pranvera Hoxha, daughter of former dictator Enver Hoxha. Enver Hoxha did not appear at the opening as he did not fully approve of the museum's architecture.
Albanian Language – The Mysterious and Melodic Language of the Balkans
Where is Albanian spoken? Although Albanian is mainly associated with Albania, it is spoken by many more people. In total, about 6 […]
Albania – Is it really a Muslim country?
When I was planning my first trip to Albania in 2015, I encountered warnings from my family. They were concerned about my safety, convinced that Albania, as a Muslim country, could be dangerous. At that time, my knowledge about this country was minimal, so I decided to explore the topic. I began intensive reading about its history and spoke with many Albanians to better understand their culture and worldview.
