Krujë sits on a rocky hilltop above central Albania and has long been a symbol of the country’s history and independence. At Krujë Castle ancient stone walls rise above the town and offer striking views of the surrounding hills and valleys, and inside the fortress visitors find the Skanderbeg Museum, where armor, documents and displays recount the life and battles of Albania’s national hero.
Karatu, located in northern Tanzania between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, is more than just a stopover for safari-goers. This highland town, surrounded by rolling farmland and volcanic hills, offers travelers a closer look at daily life in the region. The area is home to the Iraqw people, known for their terraced farming, traditional homesteads, and unique language unrelated to most other East African tongues.
The Albanian Riviera is a stretch of Ionian coastline in southern Albania, extending from the Llogara area toward Sarandë and including coastal settlements such as Palasë, Dhërmi, Vuno, Himarë, Qeparo, Borsh, and Lukovë. The landscape combines steep mountain slopes with rocky coves, sandy and pebble beaches, olive groves, and clear coastal waters.