Beach

Central Albania


At the eastern end of town is a long sandy beach. In summer the water is just about warm enough to swim in, and at this time the beach is covered in parasols, sun loungers and holidaying Albanians. In winter the beach is normally covered in snow, and you probably wouldn't want to swim!


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