Discover ALBANIA: Strange laws, disgusting food? Rare animals, weird traditions and hidden gems

Discover Albania: strange laws, disgusting food, rare animals, weird traditions, what not to do, hidden gems, geography, beautiful nature and so much more!

Albania is one of the most overlooked countries in Europe, especially by travelers, because of its historical isolation, perception of safety and political instability. However, in recent years the government has improved those issues, giving the country a new look and making it a must-visit location for tourists and other visitors.

In this video, we will shed light on all the fun things hidden in this beautiful but neglected European country. Get ready to learn all that you don’t know about Albania.

[tunisiascolt]

I am from Tunisia, I visited Albania, a very beautiful country, serviable and nice people, contrary to what is being promoted, Albania is a very safe country and all the people there welcome the foreigner. The country is unfairly portrayed in the media as a dangerous monster, but it is quite the opposite . Much love to Albania and Albanian from Tunisia

[sterling]

My next door neighbour here in the UK is Albanian, , the first one I ever met..truly a nice guy and very open about his emotions he would always ask my advice on the problems with his wife, , as I was 30 years older and not understanding their culture I had to tread carefully..Our friendship soon became like a Father and son, , Next time he returns home to visit his family He demanded that I come along, So we went in early 2023, , what a beautiful country and the warmest people I have ever met, , Love Albania.

[billygiamou]

We met many Albanians while visiting friendly people and hard working too.

[Quark.Lepton]

When I was a boy—60 years ago—I used to enjoy listening to Radio Tirana. It came in clear and loud to our home in Florida, USA. Also, as a boy then, I loved the voice of the Radio Tirana woman who broadcast her reports in perfect English. She sounded so young and beautiful, I used to dream of meeting her! Since then, I have always wanted to visit amazingly beautiful Albania 🇦🇱 and meet the people personally and drink their beautiful wine made from the grapes I have heard of and drink to my Albanian friends and the world in *_Peace._* Today, the radio bands are so noisy I can no longer hear Radio Tirana so I don’t even know if it still exists. If not, then I bid you farewell from Washington State, USA, where I live today, and I hope that the Radio Tirana Lady is well and happy! Many Blessings to you all!

[albihadroviq]

2- Albania doesn't have a border with serbia
10-Tirana had and stil has only one pyramid. And it was never known as the city of pyramids.
13- Albanian alphabet is 100% based on the latin alphabet unlike its neighbours who use the Cyrillic alphabet and the Greek alphabet. It has more letters because we combine two letters to express a different sound like d and dh or n and nj or s and sh.
16- the landmass of albania is 28, 748 km2.

There are gender pronouns in Albanian.
Ai=He
Ajo=she
They (males) = Ata
They (females) = Ato.
Albania doesn't have an equivalent of it.
22- it is not a crime to whistle or sing loudly. we consider it just rude.
23-Actualy it is Albania, Kosovo. Bosnia and Turkey that are a majority muslim country in europe. (Yes Turkey is mostly in Asia but istambul is split between europe and Asia)
25-Just a clarification: The sworn virgins are called "Burrnesha". They change to mens clothes, cut their hair short, change their name to a male name, never marry, take the duties of males, and are treated and respected as man. And we adress them as He.
31-driving a dirty vehicle is not a crime. as for one in poor condition is a crime everywhere. But in Albania it is not enforced.
42- those who have cold hands are sincere according to our superstitions
66-the speedboat moratorium is over.
67-there are no siestas anywhere in albania. And if a shop closes it is only if the owner goes to eat lunch because often a shop owner stays in the shop form 7am to 10pm. maybe with a small lunch brake.
72-If you meet and albanian for more than 2 minutes the conversation will shift to politics and 100% of albanians will insult the president and the prime minister. half of them will insult the one in power and the other half will insult the one that was before.
- Albania doesn't grow coffee, weed and tobacco are the best in europe.
96- 1 year without a visa is only for US citizens. All the others can stay up to 90 days without a visa.

Great job with all the rest of the curiosities

[wilfredvanvalkenburgh]

From an Alabamian, I say Albania sounds so really cool! Unlike most Americans, I already had a idea Albania is a place I would really like to go for an extensive visit! Some of my neighbor's family are Albanian. Some of the most famous Albanian/ Americans are the Belushi brothers John and Jim Belushi- love 'em both. Thanks for sharing this video. Hope to see you soon.

[hauckjohn]

I was there for a few weeks after the wall fell: The most precious commodity of Albania is it's people! I brought back many fotos and fond memories of my Albanian friends!

[suebrown]

You must mention Dua Lipa🌹She has done so much to help her beloved country. I have an Albanian flag among my favorite things thanks to Dua lipas videos. Would love to visit but can’t afford the trip. My best to the people of this unique country. ❤

[mohammedkhan]

In July 2023 I visited Albania with my family. One of the most beautiful country with most beautiful people, from restaurants to taxi drivers, from shops to hotels amazing people. I will visit again In-Sha-Allah

[brooksbrown]

Albania is a Beautiful Country, that must be Visited, People are shocked how clean the country is, and how welcoming, and friendly the people are to outsiders and Tourist, while a small country, there are endless recreational activities, urban hiking, bicycle riding and tours, Bus Tours, and Train Tours are popular in the Country. The Food is very good, and Restaurants serve local favorites as well as European dishes, The Music of the County is Unique, and Entertaining, History Buffs will enjoy Touring the many Historical locations in the Country, Tour the Many Lakes and Forested Area's these are superb places for Photographers, We have been twice in the last 5 years and love visiting the Country, Tourist are Safe, and its easy to travel through the Country, with no issues. Highly Recommend a trip to Albania...

[jv]

I visited Albania in fall of 2021 and loved it. I look forward returning and visiting the southern part of Albania 🇦🇱.

I live in Belgrade Serbia 🇷🇸 and I have many Albanian friends in Belgrade.
Love the people

[azizkozmaqi]

So many wrong facts about Albania. Albanian alphabet and letters are latin buddy. They are not cyrilik, greek, arabian or chineese.

[dirkzaagman]

I have visited Albania 5 times over the last 4 years and it still has me spellbound. The funny fact about the hairdresser is my favourite....

[glenn]

I met some Albanians, a family. They are nice people. I would like to visit Albania someday!

[dirtboy]

I was born in Romania and i know friends from this country beautiful

[jhh]

I worked with two women from Albania, they were so nice, intelligent and polished. Four guys from our company ended up travailing to Albania trying to meet women like the ones we worked with they made such an impression on them.

[wdpayne]

Albania has been on our bucket list for a while! It looks like an awesome country and well worth a visit.

[marseladelija]

Albania is the up and coming amazing country, full of history, great restaurants, warm people, beautiful landscapes, and safe.

[albcan]

Albania is the Pearl of the Balkans. From Kosova with LOVE.