Albania is located in the western part of the Balkan Peninsula and in southeastern Europe. It is bordered by Montenegro and Kosovo to the north and northeast, while Macedonia and Greece to the east and south, respectively. On the western side, Albania is washed by the Adriatic and Ionian seas.
Most of the country's territory is made up of mountains. The average altitude reaches 708m above sea level, and the highest point is marked by Mount Korab 2,753 m. northeast of Peshkopi.
The country is crossed by rivers, which spring from the high mountains and pass through steep gorges before reaching the land creating their way to the sea. Most of the main rivers are used especially for electricity generation.
Albania has approximately 450 km of coastline starting with the Adriatic which originates from the southern part of the border with Montenegro to the Gulf of Vlora, where the Ionian Sea begins.
The Ionian coast is broken by rocks, which fall along the coastline and where the steep mountains fall almost perpendicularly along most of the coastline. The highest point is that of Llogara, above 1000 m altitude. Karst and erosive activity has created many small bays some of which have been inhabited in ancient times.
The southern coast of Albania is similar to the coast of Montenegro and Greece, but there is a very big difference from these countries as it is still virgin.
CAPE OF RODON
The cape of Rodon has the shape of a triangle between the bay of Rodon and that of Lalzi, forms a peninsula-shaped strip of land that enters the interior of the Adriatic Sea.
A gem of nature, where blue and green merge into one in the depths of the Adriatic, a still virgin beauty that is recently being explored by tourists. Visitors to this place can enjoy the crystal clear water in the tranquility that the panorama offers, away from the noises of the massive beaches.
VLORA
Vlora, the second largest port in the country and one of the largest for tourist traffic in Albania. Modern hotels, equipped beaches, typical restaurants and fashion shops make Vlora a perfect Albanian resort for everyone.
After a drop in the bay of Vlora, visit the new port of Orikum and explore the famous Narta lagoon with the beautiful island of Zvërnec and its orthodox monastery surrounded by the bright greenery of a pine forest.
KARABURUN PENINSULA
If there is a paradise in Albania, which is the Karaburun Peninsula, a place with large pastures, breathtaking views, olive groves and beaches among the most beautiful in the entire Mediterranean. The peninsula, along with Sazan Island, is part of the National Marine Park and awaits you in St. Andrews Bay and Grama Bay, the walls of which still feature the ancient writings of sailors.
Do not miss the cave of Haji Ali, the "cave of pirates".
PALASA
The first beach of the Albanian Riviera is called Palasë, it has a length of 1.5 km, is composed of white stones and offers a view of a wonderful exotic corner along the Ionian coast. Well known for water sports and also for paragliding - athletes start from Llogara Park, one of the most scenic spots in Albania's most spectacular national park - it is free of hotels and restaurants.
DHERMI
Dhërmi is certainly the most representative village of the entire Albanian Riviera.
It is famous for its Summer Festivals, such as Soundwave, Turtle Fest and Kala Festival, for its water sports, nightlife and all the wonderful beaches, such as Drimadhe Bay, where you can enjoy the sun and relax from morning to evening. The beaches of Shkambo and Gjipe are also wonderful.
JALA
This beach, magically located between the cities of Dhërmi and Himara, deserves to be mentioned, because it is one of the most frequented beaches by the new generations, hunting for circus and a lot of fun.
In fact, Jales Beach has many restaurants, bars and beach clubs where you can spend time. Do you want a name? Mark it Folie Marine Club: fun assured!