The Wonderful Arbutus (Arbutus unedo): Albania’s Hidden Treasure
Arbutus unedo, known locally as “mareja” or simply “mare,” is a unique and beautiful plant that thrives in the Albanian countryside, especially in the district of Berat. Its autumn beauty is striking, with bright green leaves, clusters of delicate white flowers, and vibrant red, yellow, and orange fruits. While it’s visually captivating, the plant is
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Albania Olive Tour and Cooking Class in Berat
A Journey into Tradition The olive harvest in Berat is a celebration of Albanian heritage, where tradition, culture, and culinary artistry meet. Each autumn, the olive groves come alive with activity, as farmers carefully pick olives that have grown in these hills for generations. For many families in Berat, olive oil production is more than
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Turi i vjeljes dhe përpunimit të ullinjëve në Berat.
Vjelja dhe perpunimi i ullinjeve eshte procesi me i bukur i stines se vjeshtes ne Berat. Nje pjese e madhe e fermereve jetojne me te ardhurat nga shitja e vajit te ullirit dhe ullinjeve.Ulliri nuk eshte thjesht nje produkt bujqesor por simboli i tradites kulinare Shqiptare . Qyteti i Beratit është një nga zonat më
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Krishtlindje në Berat Hotel Castle Park
Hotel “Castle Park Berat” shtëpia e Slow Food Berat ju mirëpret për të kaluar bashkë me familjen darkën e vigjiljes së Krishtlindjeve me gatimet plot shije, verërave,djathrave dhe bukëve të zonës.Tingujt e muzikës afër oxhakut bubulak ,dritave rezëllitëse të pemës së Krishtlindjeve ku ju mund te vini dhuratat për fëmijët dhe të dashurit tuaj do
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Dr. Jack Wheeler, the ‘Real Life Indiana Jones’ visits Albania with Albanian Rafting Group
Dr. Jack Wheeler, called the Real Life Indiana Jones by the Wall Street Journal after visiting every country in the world, has recently visited Albania with friends and family from the United States of America. Wheeler booked a grand trip of Albania through the Albanian Rafting Group, which took him and his friends from the
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Forbes rates Albania in the top 5 destination in Europe without the crowds
Last week, Forbes magazine published an article crowning Albania and rafting in the wild Vjosa River as one of the top 5 things to do in Europe without the crowds. The article, written by Everett Potter, stated that Albania’s nature and beauty is a top reason to visit, along with the food, wine, and outdoor
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Albania Rafting Group and Hotel Castle Park at the Fair for Young People
Last Friday, Albanian Rafting Group and Hotel Castle Park attended the Fair for Young People hosted at the Qendra Multifunctional Space in Berat. The aim of the day was to encourage the youth of Berat to learn more about opportunities for education, internships, training and employment, right here in their hometown. With many young people
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Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama posts about Berat
Prime Minister Edi Rama has taken to social media, portraying Albania as “The New Princess of the East”. The Prime Minister took to Facebook earlier this week to write about a promotion in a French travel magazine, “Paris vous aime”, rating Berat and the Osumi Canyons as top destinations. “Or the pleasant surprise at the
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Must try Albanian desserts at Castle Park Hotel in Berat
Albania is known for its hospitality and incredible food, with the fertile lands of Berat producing some of the best ingredients in the country. Read below for the top five Albanian desserts that you need to try while visiting this beautiful country. 1. Baklava Albanina Baklava is made with layers of buttery phyllo pastry filled
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Five reasons to make Berat your next holiday destination
Nestled in the heart of Albania in Southeastern Europe, Berat is often referred to as the hidden gem of the country. But with its white Ottoman houses, hilltop castle, delicious food and hospitable people, it’s only a matter of time before this gem is a secret no longer. Read on for the top five reasons
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