TIRANA, Dec 28 /ATA/The festive atmosphere is palpable in every city of Albania on the New Year eve.
For almost a month, the squares and streets of cities nationwide have been decorated with Christmas trees and shimmering lights.
Tirana, Durrës, Korça, Shkodra, Vlora, Berati, Lezha, and other cities, adorned with festive decorations, have created a magical ambiance for both residents and tourists from abroad.
In the final days of the year, numerous festive activities are taking place in the main squares of the cities, featuring live music and various performances, which will culminate on New Year’s Eve, December 31.
Throughout December, these squares have hosted fairs and stalls from local businesses displaying organic products from their regions, providing a boost to the local economy.
Under the slogan “Shkodra in celebration,” the northern city has attracted hundreds of citizens to its squares and streets. Evenings in Shkodra have been filled with live music, various performances, and activities for children.
In December, Saranda has become a stunning sight, with festive decorations and lights enhancing the beauty of the coastal city, which attracts thousands of tourists year-round.
In Vlora, the square near the Independence House has been adorned with festive lights, and the holiday atmosphere has continued throughout the month, reaching its peak on December 31st with a year-end concert featuring popular Albanian singers.
The city of Berat, known as the “city of a thousand windows,” has created a magical atmosphere with festive lights illuminating the historic center and bridges over the Osum River. The colourful lights reflecting off the water have made it a popular destination for both local and international tourists, many of whom chose to spend New Year’s Eve there. Iconic attractions, including gift box-shaped houses, Santa Claus with his sleigh, a giant teddy bear, and a tunnel of lights, have become favourite spots for tourists to photograph.
Other cities like Durrës, Fier, Lezhë, and Korçë are immersed in the festive atmosphere, with streets and squares bustling with locals and visitors.
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