TIRANA, Aug 9 /ATA/ The first protected area in the country that was designated about 8 decades ago, Kune-Vain lagoon, 8 km away from Lezha, is described as one of the most beautiful spots, which has increasingly attracted foreign and local visitors, who immerse themselves in its beauty.
Prime Minister Edi Rama published on Monday images from this lagoon which has become an up- and- coming attraction due to nature tourism, wild bird watching, history, but also the local culinary delights.
The lagoon, which sits on a 4 thousand ha area lures tourists due to its great natural values and investments in infrastructure that make it more easily accessible.
“Wonderful panorama along Kune-Vain in Lezha with suitable access infrastructure, another revitalized attraction in Albania,” he said.
About 81 years ago by decree of King Zog, the Kune-Vain Lagoon was designated a Hunting Reserve, becoming the first Protected Area in the country. While today it has the status of Managed Nature Reserves.
Famed for about 227 species of plants, 17 species of mollusks, 10 species of amphibians, 24 species of reptiles, some species of fish such as mullet, sea bass, eel. The world of wild birds is rich (196 migratory and permanent species), described as “Mediterranean ornithology,” 23 species of mammals: rabbit, fox, wolf, wild boar, etc.
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