Prime Minister Edi Rama shared a video on social media today featuring views of the Buna River, highlighting the natural beauty of one of northern Albania’s most unique areas.

The footage highlights the serene landscapes and natural beauty of the Buna region, capturing the peaceful harmony of the river, lush greenery and Shkodra’s scenery.

Flowing from Lake Shkodra to the Adriatic Sea, the Buna River is a vital natural landmark with high potential for ecotourism and recreational activities along its banks.

As a cornerstone of Albania’s ecosystems and part of the Buna River-Velipoja Protected Landscape, the area is a true biodiversity hotspot, providing rich habitats for hundreds of bird, fish, and plant species.

You can enjoy many activities on the river, ranging from boat rides and canoeing to various water sports.

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Prime Minister Edi Rama shared today in the social media a view of the Buna River in Dajç, just 18 kilometers away from Shkodra, where visitors frequently stop to relax and take a dip in the river.

Tucked into a calm, sheltered bay, Dajç’s small beach blends untouched nature with genuine local hospitality, carving out a unique space on Albania’s alternative tourism map.

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Celebrated as one of Europe’s last untamed waterways, the Vjosa River draws a growing number of local and international visitors with its pristine landscapes and untouched beauty. Building on this ecological significance, the Vjosa Wild River National Park was established in 2023 as Europe’s first protected wild river national park, later gaining recognition within UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme.

Rama’s photos reveal another side of Albanian tourism, offering summer visitors a scenic river retreat.

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According to an onsite sign, Petralba was a main stronghold of the Kastriot family. Historian Marin Barleti and local tradition suggest that Gjon Kastrioti’s family lived here, making it the suspected birthplace of Skanderbeg.

The area is part of the “100 Villages” project and a good choice for history and nature lovers.

Before the final climb towards the castle, we surprisingly find ourselves in front of a large, new building on the side of the road.

The Historical and Cultural Museum of Klos is located there, inaugurated but closed to visitors. Maybe because it is summer, maybe because the area does not yet receive enough visitors, but from the outside we see that the museum is well-organized and modern.

As we learn from the table, the project was implemented through the European Union’s Cross-Border Cooperation Albania-North Macedonia program, in partnership between the municipality of Klos and several organizations.

From official sources we learn that the museum preserves and promotes the rich heritage of the region, which includes important ethnographic elements (traditional Mat clothing, tools, objects of daily life) as well as historical evidence of the area, including the strong connection with the Kastriots and the early history of gunpowder production in Klos.

The return route from the castle is also open and leads to the canyon of the Mat River. The further you go down, the more you feel the freshness of the valley surrounded by greenery.

At one point opposite, the large Vasha Bridge appears, part of the Arbit Road at the height of the slopes, while below is the old, historic Vasha Bridge above the Mat.

There are only a few kilometers of trail that bring you to a unique landscape between the two bridges.

Vasha Bridge, a centuries-old stone bridge, declared a First Category Cultural Monument, is located at the exit of a narrow canyon over the Mat River. The bridge has served as a historical and natural connecting bridge between Klos and the tourist village of Guri i Bardhë.

Local shops have changed the river area by the bridge into a nice place to rest, eat, and drink outdoors.

The river has enough water for swimming and diving, while children are the ones who enjoy it the most. The water is clear and reflects the greenery of the slopes, while on the bridge you can see the canyon between the mountains far away.

Enjoy a fresh Sunday escape near the capital. A newly paved access road now leads you down to one trail connecting two unmissable destinations./p.s./

Prime Minister Edi Rama shared today in the social media views of the Shala River, where tourists enjoy one of the most magical holiday experiences in Albania.

The Shala River flows 37 kilometers from Mount Radohina down to the Drin River. Famous for its deep blue, ice-cold water and steep rocky cliffs, this scenic river is home to abundant freshwater trout. /gj.m/ a.jor./p.s./

Prime Minister Edi Rama shared today in the social media a view of the Shala River, where tourists enjoy one of the most magical holiday experiences in Albania.

The Shala River originates in the Albanian Alps at the foot of Mount Radohina, stretching 37 kilometers before flowing into the Drin. Famous for its striking, deep blue waters and towering rocky canyons, the river is a popular cold-water habitat primarily known for its abundant trout population.

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Prime Minister Edi Rama shared in the social media today a view of the Shala River, which continues to attract special attention due to its wild nature and the many opportunities it offers.

“Crystal-clear waters. Towering peaks. Pure tranquility. Fed by pure mountain springs and snowmelt, the Shala River isn’t just a breathtaking escape—it’s a vital haven for local biodiversity. Discover the magic of this untouched paradise”, emphasized Rama.

Visitors can explore the area by boat, climb the surrounding peaks with spectacular views, as well as dive into the fresh water of the Shala River.

Originating at the base of Mount Radohina in the Albanian Alps, the Shala River stretches 37 km to Lake Koman. Famed for its icy-cold, vibrant blue waters, this secluded mountain paradise is teeming with fresh-water trout. Towering, dramatic cliffs flank the riverbanks, creating a stunning gorge that seems to reach straight into the sky. /k.s/j.p/p.s./

Prime Minister Edi Rama shared in the social media today a view of the Vjosa river, where tourists and locals are enjoying a premier kayaking experience in a top natural destination.

Kayakers explore wild landscapes and untouched, crystalline river scenery, perfectly blending adrenaline with natural tranquility.

The rise of eco-friendly adventures like kayaking and rafting is diversifying the Vjosa’s tourism offerings, drawing growing attention from international tour operators and adventure seekers.

Recognized as one of Europe’s final untamed rivers, the Vjosa is rapidly becoming a premier hub for sustainable, adventure-driven tourism. /gj.m/j.p/p.s./

Minister of Environment Sofjan Jaupaj wrote in a post in the social media that “Environmental monitoring is becoming a scientific and measurable process in the municipality of Elbasan”.

“By measuring and analyzing local waste, young people are not just building awareness, but providing the empirical data needed to create sustainable solutions for their city”, emphasized Jaupaj.

According to him, after identifying the real sources of pollution, there will be carried out intervention directly where the problem arises.

Mayor of Elbasan Gledian Llatja said that, “We have introduced a new river monitoring system to identify pollution sources and track them in real-time”.

This, added Llatja, will enable us to continuously monitor, take appropriate measures to identify and punish people who pollute the environment and rivers.

Each identified plastic waste is not considered simply as waste, but as concrete scientific data, which helps in the design of direct and effective measures against polluters.

This process serves simultaneously as an open environmental laboratory and as an educational platform for young people.

The initiative is implemented within the framework of the BeMed+ program, with the support of Beyond Plastic Med, IUCN and Surfrider Foundation Europe, as well as the INCA Albania organization.

Through this initiative, the municipality of Elbasan confirms its clear commitment to data-based environmental policies and concrete actions to protect the environment, placing the city on a sustainable path of green development. /k.s/a.f/r.e/p.s./

According to data from the Albanian Electric Power Corporation (KESH), the water level at the Fierza hydroelectric power plant is 292.4 meters, 171.97 meters at the Koman hydroelectric power plant and 74.08 meters at the Vau i Dejës hydroelectric power plant.

Meanwhile, natural flows in the cascade are estimated at around 1,500 cubic meters per second at Fierza, 550 cubic meters per second at Koman and 150 cubic meters per second at Vau i Dejës, with a total of around 2,200 cubic meters of water per second.

Currently, according to KESH, the final discharge from the Vau i Dejës hydroelectric power plant is carried out through the discharge and energy production tunnel, with a total of about 1,400 m3/s, of which 900 m3/s is from the discharge tunnel and 500 m3/s from the production.

KESH said that about 60% of the water flows in the cascade are being discharged in a controlled manner, significantly reducing the possibility of flooding in the lower areas of the Drini basin.

The Albanian Electric Power Corporation said that the situation is being continuously monitored and that flow management is being carried out according to scenarios foreseen for the safety of inhabited areas. /j.p/p.s./