Albania
Map of Albania
Introduction to Albania
Albania is a Mediterranean country in southeastern Europe. It is bordered by Serbia and Montenegro in the north, the Republic of Macedonia in the east, and Greece in the south, has a coast on the Adriatic Sea in the west, and a coast on the Ionian Sea in the southwest. The country is an emerging democracy and is formally named the Republic of Albania (Albanian: Republika e Shqipėrisė).
Flag of Albania
Official Canadian government advisories for travelling to, in and around Albania
The Canadian government and Canadian Content advises against all travel to the region(s) specified below.
Security problems exist in some areas. You are advised against all travel to the northeastern border area with Kosovo, or to Bajram Curri or Tropoje, where government control is limited. Landmines and unexploded ordnance remain a problem along the Albania-Kosovo border. Use caution in areas bordering Macedonia (FYR), as security is very poor.
Country Data
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| Population | 3,544,808 |
| Capital City | Tirane (Albania) |
| Major Cities(s) | Tirane, Shkoder, Durres, Vlore, Elbasan, Korce |
| Major Religion(s) | Muslim 70%, Albanian Orthodox 20%, Roman Catholic 10% |
| Physical Size | 28,748 km² |
| Land Area | 27,398 km² |
| Water Area | 1,350 km² |