Apollonia-Rama-sights – Albanian  Telegraphic  Agency. https://en.ata.gov.al News Agency Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:44:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Rama: Apollonia, an attraction more and more preferred by tourists and visitors https://en.ata.gov.al/2023/08/20/rama-apollonia-an-attraction-more-and-more-preferred-by-tourists-and-visitors/ https://en.ata.gov.al/2023/08/20/rama-apollonia-an-attraction-more-and-more-preferred-by-tourists-and-visitors/#respond Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:35:45 +0000 https://en.ata.gov.al/?p=212874 TIRANA, Aug 20 /ATA/ Apollonia, the ancient city of Albania, is among the largest in the Adriatic basin and the most mentioned among the other 30 ancient cities.
Prime Minister Edi Rama shared Sunday on social media images from the Archaeological Park of Apollonia, one of the gems of our cultural heritage.
Rama said that thanks to the complete restoration as well as the new access road with the national infrastructure, this park has become an attraction preferred more and more by tourists and visitors.

The Archaeological Park of Apollonia was visited by about 50 thousand tourists in the period January-August 2023, marking a significant increase compared to the previous year.
Apolonia is a rich treasure of Albanian history and culture. This ancient city is located in the southeast of Albania, near the city of Fier. The history of Apollonia is complex and interesting, and visitors can find much to understand and explore in this wonderful place.
Apollonia was founded around the beginning of the century. IV BC, while the ruins of Apollonia were discovered at the beginning of the century. XIX. In the centuries that followed, the city developed a rich culture and became an important economic and cultural hub in the region. It significantly influenced the development of Roman culture in the Balkans and Eastern Europe.
Archaeologists call Apollonia the “Pompei of Albania,” since only 10% of the territory of the former city has been unearthed until today.
Visitors to Apollonia will be amazed by the sights of the ruins of the city. This archaeological site contains the acropolis, theater, forum, various public and private buildings, as well as old streets. These ruins offer a wonderful view of the life of the ancient city and its structures.

The Theater of Apollonia is one of the most special sights of the site. This beautiful theater with seating for around 10,000 spectators is a testament to ancient art and architecture. It is a perfect place to imagine ancient plays and understand the importance of theater culture in ancient times.

Adjacent to the archaeological site is the Museum of Apollonia, where visitors can view a rich collection of artefacts unearthed in the area of the ruins. This includes coins, statues, vases and other precious findings that provide a clearer picture of the life and culture of the ancient citizens of Apollonia.

Not only the ancient ruins, but also the natural environment surrounding Apollonia is unforgettable. Visitors can immerse themselves in wonderful views of the Adriatic Sea and the rich nature of the Fier area.
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