TIRANA, June 20 /ATA/ The city of Shkodër hosted 30 ambassadors and representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited to Albania during a special visit highlighting the city’s rich history, cultural heritage, and development potential.
Accompanied by Benet Beci, Mayor of Shkodër, and Ferit Hoxha, the diplomats toured the Marubi National Museum of Photography, one of Albania’s most significant cultural institutions and a cornerstone of Shkodër’s identity. The visit offered guests an opportunity to gain deeper insight into the city’s history, traditions, and cultural legacy.
During the visit, the diplomats had the opportunity to explore the museum’s unique photographic collections, which document the lives, traditions, and social transformations of Albanian society across generations, making the institution a bridge between the past and the present.
Luçjan Bedeni noted that “this visit represents an important recognition of the role of the Marubi Museum in promoting Albanian culture and constitutes a valuable opportunity to strengthen cultural dialogue and international cooperation.”
The visit continued along the Kolë Idromeno Pedestrian Street and in the lakeside area of Shirokë, offering diplomats an opportunity to experience Shkodër’s natural beauty, historical landmarks, and tourism potential.
Beci stated that “the presence of representatives from 30 countries is a significant recognition of our city and an important opportunity to strengthen friendship, cooperation, and the promotion of Shkodër as one of Albania’s gateways to Europe on its path toward European integration.”
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