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Tag: Albania

Drin River from Rozafa Castle in Shkodër, Albania

Before the Bunkers: Ottoman Albania

3 March 2019

Going beyond its gloomy reputation as a post-communist state in eastern Europe, Albania has a long and interesting history, and lots of castles. In this post, I explore that history in three important cities: Berat, Krujë, and Shkodër. … More Before the Bunkers: Ottoman Albania

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The Albanian Flag

Learning the Albanian Language

8 February 2019

I think that one of the best ways to gain insight into a culture is to learn its language. In this post, I share my experience learning Albanian in preparation for my trip to Albania. … More Learning the Albanian Language

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Albanian Flag and Mosque in Tirana, Albania

Tirana, Albania: Part 2

30 January 2019

Albania – a small mountainous country nestled on the Adriatic Sea coast between Greece and Italy. It has a reclusive past and remains one of Europe’s most underdeveloped countries, but is well worth a visit! In the second part of this two-part post, I explore the vibrant capital, Tirana. … More Tirana, Albania: Part 2

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Roundabout in Tirana, Albania

Tirana, Albania: Part 1

27 January 2019

Albania – a small mountainous country nestled on the Adriatic Sea coast between Greece and Italy. It has a reclusive past and remains one of Europe’s most underdeveloped countries, but is well worth a visit! In the first part of this two-part post, I explore the country’s recent history in the capital Tirana. … More Tirana, Albania: Part 1

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Berat, Albania at Night

An Unexpected Conversation

27 July 2018

A chance encounter in Albania leads me to a language school in the south of France. … More An Unexpected Conversation

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Lake Koman, Albania

Adventures in Balkan Transportation

11 July 2017

Albania may be in Europe, but its transportation infrastructure is unlike that in most European countries. In this post, I experience Albania’s transportation options as I make my way from Valbona, Albania to Kotor in Montenegro. … More Adventures in Balkan Transportation

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Overlooking the Valley of Theth in Albania

Hiking in Albania’s Accursed Mountains

5 July 2017

The towns of Theth and Valbona in northern Albania are separated by a high mountain pass. Join me as I set off on a trek through some of the country’s most incredible scenery. … More Hiking in Albania’s Accursed Mountains

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Hej – I'm Aaron! When I'm not working my regular job, I love to travel, study languages (svenska anyone?), and learn about history and culture. I'm also a "pandemic cook" attempting to learn the secrets of Indian cuisine from my apartment in Texas!

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