Day trip to Albania
As Parga is located only an hour and half or so drive away
from the Albanian border, I headed over there for a day trip. I am not quite
sure what I expected from it, but I left feeling very impressed and I
thoroughly enjoyed the day.
The visit to Butrint was amazing and I really recommend it
as it is something that I had never expected to see. If I were to return to
Albania, this is what I would want to see more of, the history and the culture.
For us, our next stop was in the resort of Saranda, a purpose
built resort with very little character and culture, instead it was full of
high rise hotels overlooking a big stretch of beach, which in my opinion could
have been any resort in the world. It is a shame that a country that obviously
has so much culture and history to offer think that the way to gain tourism is
by constructing these cities. But I suppose, there are people loving these
resorts just as much as there are people like myself that prefer the real deal.
The resort of Saranda |
Perhaps that’s why I have fallen head over heels in love
with Parga, even though there is a big focus on tourism it still has the charm
and character in the Old Town, the people are genuine and the tavernas and
hotels are all family owned, giving you a feeling that you are being invited to
their home.
Anyhow, back to Albania, would I visit again? At first I
thought no, as I was told that Butrint was the only major site to visit in the
south. But then again, the north is meant to have a different feel and have
more to explore so yes, I would go back but this time I would go to the north
to explore what they have to offer and if it is anything like Butrint then I
will be another amazing trip!
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