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<title><![CDATA[The beautiful city of Saranda]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The beautiful city of Saranda, which is located in the far south of Albania, offers a special atmosphere and a unique style. <br />Situated opposite the island of Corfu Greek, Saranda is for most visited by tourists who come here to enjoy the beauties of this area, previously inaccessible. This is in fact one of the most tourist in Albania, preferred by couples in "honeymoon". Near Saranda are the ruins of the ancient city of Butrinti and the park with the source of "Blue Eye". <br /><br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:09:13 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Pristina is the capital and the largest administrative, economic, cultural and centre of Kosova]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Pristina is the capital and the largest administrative, economic, cultural and centre of Kosova, its suburbs have a total population of over 500,000. However, the population of Pristina has increased after the Interim Administration of the United Nations took over. Because of the war that cause the destruction of homes and increased the unemployment rate, many Kosovars from other cities of Kosovo are moved to Pristina. The city of Pristina has a long history in its vicinity archaeological discoveries have been found dating back to the early neolithical age. The most interesting archaeological artifacts were revealed in the southern part of the city where the ancient city of Ulpian. Ulpiana was established by the Dardanian Emperor Trajan in the second century AD during the rule of Justinian, Ulpiana was seen as Iustiana Secunda. Among Dardanian Ulpiana was known as Ulpiana Splendissima. Near the resort were found remains Illyrians as jewellery, coins or currency, variety of weapons, etc. After the arrival of S]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:12:10 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[TIRANA THE CAPITAL OF ALBANIA                                                                                        Tirana is the capital and is the largest city (more than 1,000,000 inhabitants) of Albania. And 'the administrative, cultural, economic an]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[In Tirana, there are also other important institutions like the National History Museum, the Museum of Archaeology, the Museum of Natural Sciences, the Museum of Philately Albanese, the National Gallery of Fine Arts, the Centre of International Culture, etc.. From the "Cemetery of Martyrs" where the monument "Nene Shqiperi" ( "Mother Albania"), you can admire a beautiful view of the city. Even the Adriatic Sea and the Dajti Mountain are close to the city. A large park with an artificial lake is located in the south of the city. The Fortress of Petrela, located south of Tirana along the national road linking the capital with the city of 'Elbasan. It was built during the Middle Ages. The fortress was under the command of sister Scanderbeg, Mamica Kastrioti. The Fortress Preza, the fifteenth century. He has a very pleasant and dominant, in front of the mountain of Kruja. The Mosque of Ethem Bey is situated in the centre of Tirana. It was built in 1789 and, together with the Clock Tower (1830), is part of the his]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:24:56 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The name of Kruja is closely connected with that dell'eroe Albanian national, Giorgio Kastriotta Scanderbeg]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Kruja is a medieval town near Tirana. The name of Kruja is closely connected with that dell'eroe Albanian national, Giorgio Kastriotta Scanderbeg, which, in the fifteenth century, has fought against the Ottomans for 25 consecutive years, defending European civilization from their threat. In a prominent and strategic place near the town, there is a castle, and the Museum of Scanderbeg (National Museum). Long road leading to the castle, is also a medieval bazaar. <br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:27:05 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Durres is the second largest city of Albania.]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Durres is the second largest city of Albania. It was founded by Greek colonists and Corfu Corinth in 627 BC In antiquity was known by the name of Epidamnos and later was called Dyrrachion. The amphitheatre <br />is his most important monument; has a capacity of 15,000 spectators and is the largest of the Balkans; built in the second century AD, contains a crypt and Christian mosaics rare. Between the first and third century, Durres was an important port and a commercial center along the Via Egnatia, between Rome and Byzantium (Constantinople). After many earthquakes, a large part of Durres sank in the sea or collapsed and was subsequently built over the ruins. Today the city is known for the nearby beach of Durres and for the warm marine waters. <br /><br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:28:33 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Vlora is a city at sea]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Vlora is a city at sea. There is only one of the main ports in Albania, but also has a great historical importance: here in 1912 the National Assembly has proclaimed the independence of 'Albania and there he founded the first national government headed by Ismail Qemali. At this event you can find out more by visiting the Museum of Independence. On a hill above the city is "Kuz Baba", a religious place, where you can see the beach and the whole city. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:29:46 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[ Traditional Costume Albanians]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Albanian people, one of the most ancient peoples of Europe, has created and inherited a rich spiritual and material culture. On the formation of this culture have affected several factors, such as conditions of economic development and social and geographical position of Albania, located between the East and the West, whereabouts confrontavano two large civiltà.Uno of the most interesting aspects of This heritage is made up of the popular costumes which, as well as a function of convenience, expressing strong values artistic and cultural development testify Paese.Fino of the'30-'40 years of the twentieth century costumes popular continued to be used for daily use by the majority of the peasant population and partly also from city populations. The clothes were different forms and variations that effect on the overall design is that the individual ornaments. In addition to the original specifications, there traces of layers of other cultures, with which the Albanians have been in contact voluntary or forced]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:41:11 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Ancient cities in Albania]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The town of Butrinti is one of the fragments that constitute the fabric of Albania's ancient cultural landscape. Immersed in the high lands in the far south of the country and surrounded by dense vegetation, Butrinti was doubly protected by nature and the fortifications that its inhabitants built in ancient times. However, this was not sufficient to isolate the city from the rest of the world. Less than ten kilometers from the island of Corfu, Butrinti was linked to the Mediterranean Vivari of the channel, which was held from Butrinti Lake Ionian Sea.<br /><br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:42:48 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Ancient cities in Albania]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[A 12 km from Fier, is located Apollonia, the most important archaeological centre of Albania.<br /><br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:44:08 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Berati is known as the "city full of windows"]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Berati is known as the "city full of windows" and is classified as a city-museum. It is built in front and on slopes of Mount Tomorr. Within the castle walls are dwelling houses and also the "Onufri Museum" , Which contains objects iconographic paintings and religious Onufri, one of the greatest painters Albanians in the sixteenth century. In the old part of town are some important religious buildings such as churches and mosques. <br /><br />]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:47:24 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[SHKODER ]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[SHKODER <br />It is one of the most important cities of the north-west of the country. It is situated near the Lake, along the road leading to Montenegro. It is an ancient city with a rich history. You can find old houses characteristics, which are used wood and other traditional reasons. Near the city lies Rozafa Castle, built on a rocky hill, where you can admire attractive and beautiful views. During your stay you can visit the Historical Museum in the city. Shkodra is a good place to start your trip in the Alps Albanians. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:48:06 GMT</pubDate>
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