Ksamil

Village · Sarandë District, 🇦🇱 Albania

Population 2,731

Area 12 km²

Time zone Europe/Tirane

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Ksamil's Essential Treasures

Ksamil is defined by the UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Butrint and the turquoise shallows of the Islets of Ksamil just offshore. Highlights include the 3rd-century BC Greek theatre and 6th-century basilica within the Butrint archaeological park, the 15th-century Venetian watchtower guarding its entrance, the secluded beaches of Pema e Thatë and Diaporit, and the Vivari Channel itself, which opens onto the Ionian Sea facing Corfu.

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Beautiful Beaches

Ksamil's coastline along the Ionian Sea features white sandy beaches and turquoise waters facing the Greek island of Corfu. This selection includes Pema e Thatë, the closest point to Corfu, and Diaporit Beach near Butrint National Park. Central spots like Lori Beach and Puerto Rico Beach offer shallow sandy shores with sunbeds and umbrellas, while the more secluded Harta Bay and Sunset Beach reward those willing to venture a little further along the peninsula.

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Butrint Archaeological Wonders

Explore the UNESCO-listed remains of Butrint, an ancient city reflecting over two millennia of Mediterranean history. This site contains a well-preserved 3rd-century BC Greek theatre, a Roman forum, and early Christian structures including the Great Basilica, all protected by massive Hellenistic defensive walls. Visitors can trace the city's evolution through the on-site museum and the Venetian-era Triangle Castle, which stands guard at the mouth of the Vivari Channel.

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