Albania Latest News
Recently, thousands of Albanians have flooded the streets of its capital Tirana, demanding the cancellation of a $1.6-billion luxury project planned for its Adriatic coast.
About Albania
- Location: It is located in the south eastern region of the European continent.
- Bordering Countries: It is bordered by 4 Nations: Montenegro in the northwest; by Kosovo in the northeast; by North Macedonia in the east; and by Greece in the south and southeast.
- Maritime Borders: It is bounded by the Adriatic Sea in the west and the Ionian Sea.
- Capital City: Tirana
Geographical Features of Albania
- Climate: It has coastal Mediterranean climate in the western regions and a continental climate in the east.
- Major Mountain Ranges: Albanian Alps, the Korab and Pindus Mountains.
- Highest Point: The highest point is Mt. Karabit in the Korab mountains.
- Rivers: The significant rivers like the Drin and Vlore.
- Lakes: Shkodra (shared with Montenegro), Ohrid and Prespa (both shared with Macedonia).
- Strait: Otranto (which connects the Adriatic Sea with the Ionian Sea).
- Natural Resources: It consists of petroleum, natural-gas deposits, coal reserves and a diverse spectrum of metals, most notably chromite.
Source: IE
Last updated on June, 2026
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