Vlora’s protected areas draw over 494,000 visitors from Karaburun to Butrint
TIRANA, August 23/ATA/ Vlora’s protected areas remain top tourist hotspots, drawing nearly 494,048 visitors in the first seven months of the year. According to Administration Director Anduel Tahiraj, foreign tourists accounted for 327,239 visits, outnumbering domestic visitors (166,809) and showcasing…
On this day 45 years ago: Inauguration of Buzludzha Memorial House – From Communist Monument to Endangered Heritage Site
Buzludzha Peak, Central Balkan Mountains, (BTA) The Buzludzha Memorial House, Bulgaria’s largest ideological monument and one of Europe’s most iconic abandoned landmarks, was inaugurated on August 23, 1981, as part of celebrations marking the 1300th anniversary of the Bulgarian state….
Greece regains official PPR-free country status
Greece has officially regained its status as a country free of peste des petits ruminants (PPR), effective from 18 August 2026, following a decision by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) recognising the successful eradication of the disease after…
Oradea Citadel’s ‘Craisor’ Bastion restored on RON 18 ml, set to open to visitors next month
The Craisor Bastion in Oradea Citadel has been restored through an investment of about RON 18 million financed under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), and will be opened to visitors starting next month, local officials announced. Oradea mayor…
