Albania News » Berat News Albania » Berat » Life: Standing on Albania’s Jew Street, I learned firsthand the country’s lifesaving culture of hospitality
Albania is the only country in Europe whose Jewish population grew during the war. It’s thanks to a code of conduct called “besa,” Naomi Tomky writes. BERAT, Albania (JTA) — Stone paths wind through ...
News Albania » Berat » Life: [Travelogue] A day living like a local in Berat, Albania
IntroductionI am currently wandering around Eastern Europe. I stayed for about 6 days in a city called Berat in Albania. 🇦🇱There are days when I visit tourist attractions, and days when I don't have ...
News Albania » Berat » Life: Berat, Albania
Old stone houses line the banks of the Osumi River in Berat, enveloping visitors in the historical beauty of the town. This year marks the 80th anniversary of German forces arriving in Albania during ...
News Albania » Berat » Life: Albanian Museum to Celebrate Jewish Life and “Righteous” Who Gave Shelter During Holocaust
The Albanian government recently unveiled plans to establish the “Besa Museum” in the capital Tirana to honor Albanians who sheltered and saved Jews during WWII and to celebrate Jewish life in the ...
News Albania » Berat » Life: This Lesser-known European Country Has Stunning Beaches Like Greece and Alpine Towns Like Switzerland—but It’s Much Cheaper
Travelers seeking affordable European getaways are discovering Albania, a frequently overlooked nation on the Balkan Peninsula. The country offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, and history, ...