Butrint

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Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site. Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting. The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection). #Culture #LocalSecrets #History
Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site. Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting. The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection). #Culture #LocalSecrets #History
One of the over 700,000 bunkers built in Albania during the forty year leadership of Enver Hoxha. This particular one is on the Vivari Channel close to Butrint National Park and is almost hidden now amongst the shrubs and pretty yellow wildflowers.
The ancient city of Butrint, Sarandë Albania 🇦🇱
Butrint national park looking on to Corfu

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San Angelo Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Rruga Mitat Hoxha Sarandë
$88 nightly
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Julia Hotel

Julia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
$44 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$52 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
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Stay at this hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Sarandë ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
Modern hotel, comfortable bed, very clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Great location for exploring Saranda. Great breakfast. Wonderful view. Excellent value. We will return!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

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Bougainville Bay Hotel

Bougainville Bay Hotel

4 out of 5
Rr. Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
$64 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$74 total
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Green Garden Villa

Green Garden Villa

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Ali Pasha Ksamil Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Ali Pasha Castle are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
My only compliant was that there were ants entering the Apt in the kitchen area. The property is filled with plants and fruit trees etc, they may have been entering through a wall. Keep things clean and place food in the refrigerator or you will share your food with the ants. You also must drive ...

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

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Apart-Hotel Lili2

Apart-Hotel Lili2

4 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Castle of Lëkurësit and Mango Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
The hotel was new and well appointed. The view was amazing. The bed was very comfortable. However, the staff were particularly unfriendly bordering on rude. The breakfast was limited. The stairs were constantly wet. The area was under development and this was not mentioned in the hotel description. ...

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025

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Sunrise Luxury Apartments

Sunrise Luxury Apartments

3 out of 5
Rruga: Mitat Hoxha 246 Sarandë Vlorë County
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8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
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The first night I was awakened by people yelling in a stairwell at midnight. they advertised this place as soundproof and it is not. then there's a new building going up next door to it and there's all this noise during the day from construction. The third night I woke up again to people yelling ...

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The ancient city of Butrint, Sarandë Albania 🇦🇱

Butrint National Archaeological Park

Explore the great outdoors at Butrint National Archaeological Park, a lovely green space in Butrint. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Butrint National Archaeological Park

Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum in Butrint. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Natural Park of Blue Eye.

Explore Blue Eye- The Monument of Nature

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Sarande Blue Eye and Lekursi Castle Tour

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Speedboat Tour Swimming Snorkeling in Pigeon Cave Mirror Beach

$47
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From Sarandë Boat Tour to Kroreza Beach with Snorkeling

$53
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Ksamil beach panorama, Albania.

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