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7-9 hours
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Shkodra, the capital of the North, is one of the oldest cities in Albania that dates back to 4th century B.C, which lies by the magnificent Shkodra’s Lake, which is the biggest lake in all of the Balkans! Also known as the city of bikes,and the high importance of Albanian culture.
The ancient Rozafa Fortress has stunning views over Lake Shkodra, while the pastel-painted buildings in the Old Town have a distinct Italian ambience. Discover the fascinating legends of the Albanian Epos and how it relates to the castle’s history.
The city is famous for its typical architecture, sense of humor, and friendly atmosphere. It is one of the most important city centers of Albania. Take in the religious diversity of the city where one can find a Catholic Church, Orthodox Church, and Muslim Mosque next to each other.
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Depart from Tirana at 9:00 am and we will be driving to Shkodra for around 2 hours.Stop for a coffee break by the wonderful Shkodra’s lake,and after that we will visit the old castle. There we will learn about the fascinating legends of the Albanian Epos and how it relates to the castle's history.
After visiting Shkodra’s castle, we will visit St. Stephens Cathedral, which lies in the center of the city where you will learn about the history of this church.
We will then take a walk through the old city of Shkodra before we visit the Ebu Beker Mosque and learn about its history. After visiting the mosque, we will head towards Mesi Bridge, which was built in the mid 18th century. Afterwards there will be an optional lunch of traditional Shkodra cuisine called Tave Krapi if you are interested in trying the most famous dish in Northern Albania. We will then start our drive back to Tirana where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
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