Корча

Kuçovë's Essential Highlights

This collection features the cultural and historical landmarks of southeastern Albania, centered around the city of Korçë and the Prespa region. It includes the 15th-century Mirahori Mosque, the 1928 Birra Korça brewery, and the National Museum of Medieval Art, which houses over 7,000 icons. Natural highlights include the tri-border Lake Prespa and the island of Maligrad, home to a 14th-century cave church. Architectural sites range from the Resurrection Cathedral to the post-Byzantine churches of Voskopojë.

Resurrection Cathedral, Korçë

The Resurrection of Christ Cathedral of Korçë is the main Albanian Orthodox church in Korçë, Albania.

National Museum of Medieval Art

The National Museum of Medieval Art is a national museum dedicated to medieval art and history in Korçë, Albania.

Xhamia e Mirahorit

Built in 1494 by Iljaz Bey Mirahori, this is one of the oldest Ottoman-era mosques in Albania, featuring a distinct stone minaret and classic Islamic architecture.

Belvedere

A panoramic viewing platform located at the top of a modern tower, providing 360-degree views of the city's red-tiled roofs and the surrounding Morava Mountains.

Parku "Rinia"

The city's primary green space, featuring wide walking paths, shaded areas, and recreational facilities used for leisure and outdoor exercise.

Birra Korça

Founded in 1928, this is the first brewery established in Albania. It continues to produce traditional beers and features an adjacent beer garden.

National Museum of Education

The National Museum of Education is a national museum located in Korçë, Albania.

Church of St. Nicholas

Located in the historic village of Voskopojë, this post-Byzantine church is renowned for its intricate 18th-century frescoes and traditional stone masonry.

Shën Maria

An 18th-century Orthodox basilica in Voskopojë, notable for its large architectural scale and the extensive religious murals covering its interior.

Maligrad

An island within Lake Prespa that houses the 14th-century Cave Church of Saint Mary, which contains significant and well-preserved Byzantine-style frescoes.

Lake Prespa

The Lake Prespa is located on the tripoint of North Macedonia, Albania, and Greece.

Mountain Prechna

A prominent ridge in the Prespa region offering elevated views of the lake and the surrounding tri-border area of Albania, Greece, and North Macedonia.

Teatri "Andon Zako Çajupi"

A central cultural institution that hosts a regular schedule of theatrical plays, musical performances, and the city’s annual puppet theater festival.