Durrës
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Durrës: Top Sights
Durrës, one of Albania's oldest cities, preserves a dense concentration of historical landmarks centered around its ancient maritime roots. This selection highlights the 2nd-century Roman amphitheatre, the largest in the Balkans, alongside the 5th-century Byzantine city walls of Durrës Castle. The list features significant archaeological sites like the circular Byzantine Forum and the Roman baths, complemented by the country's largest archaeological museum. Cultural landmarks include the hilltop Royal Villa of King Zog I and the ethnographic museum dedicated to actor Alexander Moissi.
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Archaeological Sites in Durrës
Durrës preserves a dense concentration of Roman and Byzantine heritage, reflecting its status as a major Adriatic port. This list centers on the 2nd-century Roman Amphitheatre, the largest in the Balkans, which uniquely houses a medieval chapel with rare mosaics. The surrounding sites include 5th-century Byzantine fortifications, a circular Roman marketplace with marble-paved floors, and the remains of public baths featuring an intact hypocaust heating system.
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Climate & when to visit
Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October
Practical information
- Currency
- Albanian Lek ALL L · Card payments · Commonly accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 112
- Electricity
- 220 V · 50 HzType C / Type F
- Languages
- Albanian
- Tap water
- Drink with caution
- Driving side
- Right
- Calling code
- +355
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