Himara Castle is the old walled quarter on the hill above Himarë, and these articles include it in guides to the Albanian Riviera and its castles. Inside are stone houses, small churches and views down to the sea, quite different from the busy waterfront below. Our posts include a journey along the Ionian coast of southern Albania, a history of Albania's castles told place by place, and a list of lesser-known destinations to visit in autumn. Together they show how the castle fits into a slower trip along the Riviera.
21 Nov 2025
November is a magical time to explore Albania. The freshness of the autumn air, the shades of gold and orange in the trees, alongside the stillness of the mountain villages, make the experience one to remember. There is....
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2 Aug 2025
Southern Albania with its enchanting Ionian coast, is an undiscovered gem waiting to be unearthed. A journey based around beaches, blue waters, and villages with a mighty past, along every inch of the Riviera there are.....
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19 Jun 2025
If stones could narrate their own stories, the castles of Albania could recite some remarkable tales of bravery and courageous victories, of heart-wrenching romance, and of enduring folklore. These castles can be found.....
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