food-and-drink
Farm to Table in Albania: A Guide to the Country's Agroturizem Revolution
From Mrizi i Zanave to mountain tavernas above Korce, Albania has the Balkans' most exciting farm-to-table scene. Where to eat, sleep, and drink.
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Albanian Raki: How It's Made, Where to Drink It, and Why Every Family Has a Recipe
A deep guide to Albanian raki: how it's distilled in copper kazanë, the regional varieties from Skrapar to Tropoja, and the etiquette of drinking it right.
destinations
The Koman Lake Ferry: The Most Beautiful Boat Ride in the Balkans
A 2.5-hour ferry through Albania's flooded canyon connects Koman to Fierza, with sheer cliffs, turquoise water, and fjord-like scenery.
history
Butrint: 3,000 Years of History on Albania's Southern Tip
From Greek colony to Roman city to Byzantine bishopric, Butrint layers 3,000 years of Mediterranean history in one walkable UNESCO site.
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Gliko: The Albanian Art of Preserving Fruit in Syrup
Albanian gliko are whole-fruit preserves served on a spoon with cold water and coffee. Learn how they're made, where to taste them, and why they matter.
history
750,000 Bunkers: How Albania Became the World's Most Fortified Country
Albania built one bunker for every four citizens during the Cold War. Here is the bizarre history behind them and what they have become today.