
Albanie
Shkoder, Albania's cultural capital and one of Europe's oldest cities, captivates where the imposing Rozafa Castle offers legendary panoramas, Lake Shkoder creates stunning beauty as the Balkans' largest lake, and the city serves as gateway to the Albanian Alps. This ancient city of 135,000, dating to 4th century BC as Illyrian capital Scodra, preserves rich heritage through elegant architecture and lively arts scene. The legendary Rozafa Castle offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the lake stretching to Montenegro. The pedestrian Kolë Idromeno Street buzzes with cafes and the iconic Marubi Photography Museum showcasing Europe's oldest photographic archives from 1850s. Lake Shkoder National Park offers kayaking and bird-watching. With its castle, lake, and gateway to mountains, Shkoder charms visitors.