Carnivals transform Korça into an open-air stage of spectacle
TIRANA, June 7 /ATA/ Korça was transformed last night into a capital of colour, imagination, and collective joy, officially opening the 2026 summer tourism season through the 19th edition of the International Carnival Festival, while celebrations continue today for local…
Albanian iconography treasures to go on display in France
TIRANA, June 6 /ATA/ – More than 45 icons from the collection of Albania’s National Museum of Medieval Art will be exhibited in France for the first time as part of an exhibition aimed at showcasing the country’s rich cultural…
UNUM Festival: 5 days of non-stop premier electronic music on stunning Albanian coast
TIRANA, June 5/ATA/ UNUM Festival launched its latest edition yesterday evening in Shëngjin, marking the start of the summer tourist season with an electrifying blend of sound and scenery at Rana e Hedhun. UNUM Festival elevates the coast into an…
Roman thermal complex discovered in Lushnja
TIRANA, June 4 /ATA/ Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja announced significant archaeological discoveries near Lushnja. Specialists of the National Institute of Cultural Heritage in cooperation with the Department of Archaeology and Cultural Heritage at the Faculty of…
Shkodra Castle welcomed more than 29,000 visitors in May
TIRANA, June 3 /ATA/ Shkodra Castle—a heritage site offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and lake—attracted more than 29,000 domestic and foreign tourists throughout May. Between January 1 and May 31, Rozafa Castle welcomed 62,748 visitors, according to statistics…
Mario Biondi’s Tirana concert, an unforgettable evening of vibrant music, energy and emotion
TIRANA, June 2 /ATA/ The National Opera and Ballet hosted an unforgettable evening with renowned soul and jazz singer Mario Biondi last night. Marking two decades of his smash hit “This Is What You Are,” the concert was a major…
Albanian and Montenegrin forces conduct joint training under NATO Forward Land Forces 1 mission
TIRANA, June 1 /ATA/ – Troops from Albania’s Northern Infantry Regiment are continuing a joint military exercise with the Armed Forces of Montenegro as part of the NATO Forward Land Forces 1 (FLF-1) mission in Bulgaria. According to the Ministry…
Defense Lines of Ukraine in Textile, an Exhibition in Tirana by Artist Olia Fedorova
TIRANA, May 30 /ATA/ Ukrainian artist Olia Fedorova has opened solo exhibition entitled “Bold Lines, Fragile Lines” at ZETA Contemporary Art Center in Tirana. Friends, colleagues, and art lovers warmly welcomed the opening of Olia Fedorova’s solo exhibition “Bold Lines,…
Mediterranean cinema festival returns to Tirana with four nights of screenings
TIRANA, May 29 /ATA/ – The Tirana Mediterranean Film Festival (TMFF) returns for its second edition, running from May 28 to May 31, 2026. The festival serves as a platform for Mediterranean cinema, promoting cultural exchange, artistic dialogue and current…
Tourism season opens in Vlora Bay, driving higher demand for boat trips to Sazan and Karaburun
TIRANA, May 28/ATA/ The Bay of Vlora has officially inaugurated its summer tourist season, marking a significant leap forward in maritime transport. Passenger vessels with capacities exceeding 12 passengers are now running daily operations, providing enhanced safety, comfort, and reliability…
Honoring promoters of Albanian tourism | TEA Awards 2026
TIRANA, May 27/ATA/ The National Tourism Agency, alongside the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports, organized the inaugural TEA Awards to honor Albania’s top tourism promoters. Winners were determined using data from the TEA (Tourism Events of Albania) app, which…
“Aulona” International folk festival brings festive atmosphere to Albanian coastal city
TIRANA, May 26 /ATA/ – Traditional music, folk dances and colourful costumes from across the world have filled the Albanian coastal city of Vlora during the 18th edition of the “Aulona Inter Folk” festival, which has brought together around 300…
