The Devoll River steams from the Gramoz mountain in southeastern Albania, close to the Greek-Albanian border. Devoll is 196 km (122 mi) long from its source to its joint point with the Osum River. Along with Osum, Devoll is one of the two main source rivers of the Seman river. The Course Of The Devoll River Mollas is the first […]
Ulza (or Ulëz) is a small charming town in the municipality of Mat in north-central Albania. This village occupies an acropolis-like plateau overlooking Ulza Lake, a water formation created by the nearby Ulëz Hydroelectric Power Station’s Dam. The town of Ulza stands within the Ulza Regional Nature Park, where ecotourism has emerged quite rapidly in recent years. The credentials of […]
Kukës Arena is a stadium in the northern Albanian city of Kukës. It is used primarily for football matches as the home ground of local club FK Kukësi. The stadium can also host international games as it fulfills the required international standards. A Short History of the Venue The first major reconstruction of the stadium began in July 2010. At […]
Fatmir Frashëri (1941-2019) is one of the best fullbacks to play for the Albanian national football (soccer) team. He is still considered one of the best right-backs in the history of Albanian football. Unfortunately, he belonged to a lost generation of footballers who suffered setbacks and isolation under the Albanian communist regime. Early Career Frashëri started his football journey with […]
The attractive coastal village of Zvërnec stands 14 km (8.7 mi) away from the port city of Vlora in southern Albania. It stands in the middle of a beautiful natural habitat with the forest of Soda south and the Narta Lagoon east and north. Since 2015, Zvërnec has been part of the Vlorë municipality. The houses of Zvërnec occupy the […]
Many consider Qemal Vogli (1929-2004) the best Albanian goalkeeper ever. He was born in the small city of Kavajë, where he made his first steps in football. At 1.87 meters tall (6.1 feet), the notable goalkeeper was imposing enough to stand at the foundation of a good, solid defense. Vogli had the same age as the famous Russian goalkeeper Lev […]
Shkumbini river steams from the Valamara mountain range in southeastern Albania. This important waterway is 181 km (112 miles) from its source to its delta in the Adriatic Sea. Despite suffering from pollution, the river still offers some picturesque sites. Such spots include natural marvels such as cataracts, small caves, rock formations, and beaches along the river banks. The Shkumbin […]
Bënjë, Përmet, (or Bënja) is a unique, small, and peculiar village in southern Albania. The village stands in a strategic elevated place that controls the gorge of the Langarica river and canyon. The few, silent houses of Bënja cut almost vertically into the mountain side upon which they stand. Their strict rectangular shapes resemble more medieval fortified towers rather than […]
Air Albania Stadium, also called “Arena Kombëtare” (“National Arena”), is a modern all-seater football stadium in Tirana. This new arena in Albania’s capital was built in the grounds of the former Qemal Stafa Stadium. With a capacity of 21,690 seats, Air Albania Stadium is the largest sports arena in the entire Albania. The Construction of Air Albania Stadium The construction […]
Russia’s conquest of Ukraine that started on February 24 continued throughout March as well. One month into Russia’s invasion of its neighbour, the world became more aware of the cruel nature of war. Below, we look at some of the major events that occurred in the first month of the Russo-Ukrainian full-scale war; especially in the three-week period from March […]