TIRANA, October 10/ATA/ At the Center for Openness and Dialogue (COD), there were presented two new publications on Butrint.
There were “Butrint 8” and “Butrint on the Crossroads of the Mediterranean” by Professor Richard Hodges, whom the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja appreciated as an old friend and priceless collaborator.
These publications enrich the scientific literature and inspire future generations, marking another 25 years of fruitful cooperation for the preservation and development of Butrint, an extraordinary treasure of our country.
Richard Hodges joined Butrint Foundation as its Scientific Director (1993-2012) to initiate new excavations and site management strategies at Butrint. From 2000-2012 he supervised the International Center for Albanian Archaeology and Gjirokastra Conservation Project.
Meanwhile, Butrint continues to attract visitors from all over the world. According to figures made public by the head of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Butrint has welcomed 257,670 visitors during the current year, proving its significance as a gem of our cultural heritage. /j.p/p.s./
