Berat, Durres, Elbasan in one Day - Religious Harmony in Albania
On this tour you will learn about the history of the Western Balkans’ People Religions, the Illyrians, the Christianity in Albania, since the first century AD, the first churches, the traditional and cultural context where they thrived throughout different historical periods till nowadays, including Catholic, Orthodox and Protestant religious groups. Next, you will learn how Islam took root in the country, during medieval times, including Muslims and Bektashi religious groups. Learn how Albanians surrendered NO Jewish to the Nazi authorities during WW2, saving and sheltering them.
Learn about the facts that lead all 6 different religious groups to live in harmony for millenniums. Immerse yourself in the Albanian nature beauties and cultural traditions of locals. You will get amazed while you visit the historical sights of Durres, Berat, and Elbasan, including the chance to admire the wonderful vistas along the road on a one-day trip.
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Stop At: Durres Castle, Durres Albania
Durrës Castle (Albanian: Kalaja e Durrësit) is the fortified part of the old city of Durrës. It is enclosed by city walls built in the late 5th century, and repaired and reinforced in the Middle Ages and early modern periods.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Durres Amphitheatre, Rruga Kalase, Durres Albania
Surely one of the greatest pieces of ancient architecture in Albania, if not the Balkans, the Durres Amphitheatre was built in 100AD by Hadrian and was only rediscovered in the 1960s. It was used for about 300 years and back then it could as many as 20,000 spectators.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Berat Castle, Rruga Mihal Komnena, Berat 5001 Albania
Berat Castle, apart from being one of the biggest inhabited in Albania, also represents a unique combination of different styles and epochs, such as Roman, Byzantine, Albanian and Ottoman.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: National Iconographic Museum Onufri, Located in the Inner Part of Saint Mary Church in Berat Castel, Berat Albania
The Museum holds 200 artwork objects, icons and liturgical items dated from the 16th century to the 20th, brought together from several churches and monasteries of the region.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Solomon Museum Berat, Rruga Mihal Komneno, Berat, Berat 5001 Albania
The “Solomoni” Museum in Berat is dedicated to the city’s extensive Jewish history and the coexistence between Jews, Muslims, Orthodox, and Catholic inhabitants over the last 500 years.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The King Mosque, Rruga Kurt Pasha, Berat Albania
The King Mosque, also known as the Sultan's Mosque (Xhamia e Sulltanit) or Sultan Bayezid Mosque, is a mosque and a Cultural Monument, Berat, Albania.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Elbasan, Elbasan, Elbasan County
Elbasan city community took part in the spread of Christianity along the Via Egnatia, and had a bishop, cathedral and basilicas as early as the fifth century. You will learn more during the sightseeing...
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
08:00 AM
Duración: 8 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
If you are staying in Durres hotels, the pickup and drop off is arranged in the price.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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