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Rr. Mustafa Matohiti no. 20, Tirana, Albania, P.O BOX 2909
Phone: fax: (003554) 2230409
About
Cave of Pellumbas. Very close to Tirana, Pellumbas village opens spectacular rural landscapes. After walking a 2 km long trail you get to the wonderful archaeological site of Albania. Outdoor Albania organizes guided trips to Cave of Pellumbas. ===Coastal retreat=== * Lalzit Bay Beach (Gjiri i Lalzit) 30 km from Tirana north of Durres near Rodon Cape is a popular retreat. A small resort can also be found. * General's Beach (Plazhi i Gjeneralit) 60 km from Tirana southwest of Kavaje near Spille village is also a popular retreat. The name stems from an Italian general who used to rest at this beach during the world wars. Most popular events include Summer Day celebrations in 14 March, and Independence Day festivities on November 28. Recently, a number of prestigious festivals have become a tradition in the city's calendar of events such as: ===Festivals=== * Tirana International Film Festival (Tirana Film Fest), [20]. This annual film festival held at the end of November and beginning of December highlights the work of ethnic Albanian artists. * Tirana International Contemporary Art Biannual (Tirana Biennale), ☎ 692069011, [21]. This biannual art festival features the best of internatioanl contemporary art. It was last held in 2009 at the historic Hotel Dajti building. * Tirana Jazz Fest, [22]. * Rally Albania, Mother Teresa Square, ☎ 4 2231 586, [23]. The event features an international competition in the rough Albanian countryside roads. * Tirana Marathon, Main city streets, ☎ +355 44311583, +355 684048078, [24]. The event features an international running and cycling competition through the main streets of Tirana. * Tirana Art Days, Different city venues. The event features 25 activities in 3 days ranging from exhibitions to film screenings. * Albanian Wine Festival, Murat Toptani Street. The event features wine tasting from a variety of producing areas in Albania. ===Buy=== There are plenty of ATMs accepting Cirrus/Maestro and VISA around the city (and there is one at the airport). * Adrion International Bookshop, Palace of Culture, Skanderberg Square, ☎ 4 223 5242, [25]. 8:30am to 9:30pm. Magazines and newspapers from around the world. English books available. * Unique, Blloku. This shoe shop has fancy shoes such as Dsquared, Fendi, Moschino, etc. *kiosques, Rr. Barrikadave and Rr. Durresit (North of Sulejman Pasha Square and across from the Tourist Info Center). Souvenirs. ===Eat=== There are many excellent, inexpensive restaurants in Tirana serving all kinds of food. Traditional cuisine can be found at: ===Traditional=== *Oda, Rr. Luigj Gurakuqi (Past Sheshi Avni Rustemi towards Skanderbeg Square), ☎ +355 4 2249541. noon-late. Situated inside a Tirana traditional house, this restaurant features delicious traditional cuisine. 500 lek. *Sarajet, Rr. Abdi Toptani, ☎ +355 4 2243038, [26]. Owned by artist Paskal Prifti, you will enjoy homemade bread, a variety of local wines and the local firewater, Raki. Prifti invites friends to sing traditional polyphonic songs from the south! *Sofra e Ariut, Rruga e Elbasanit (Inside Tirana's Big Park), ☎ +355 4 2372904, [27]. Specializing in traditional Albanian cuisine, the interior is decorated with traditional ornaments. ===Budget=== Small shops and roadside vendors throughout the city sell foods such as sufllaqe, doner, and gjiro for less than 200 lek. Also try the local specialty, byrek. *Albanian Fried Chicken, (in Bllok near the Sky Tower), ☎ +355 4 2250112. 09:00-24:00. The Albanian version of KFC, specializes in fried chicken and burgers. 500 lek. *Big Bite, Mr.Chicken, and Gjiro Kamara are fast food restaurants in Blloku where you get a good taste of Albanian fast food. * Kolonat, (in Bllok, near Nene Tereza Square, and on rruges Elbasanit), ☎ +355 42382202. 09:00 - 24:00. Albanian's version of McDonald's. Specializes in burgers and pizza. 500 Lek for one person (sandwich, fries, and drink). 500 Lek. * Marion Restaurant, Tirana University student's ...
