Xarrë

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Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting.
The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection).  #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #History
Butrint, a Unesco World Heritage site.
Inhabited since prehistoric times, Butrint has been the site of a Greek colony (800 BC), a Roman city (44 BC) and a bishopric (5th centrury). Following a period of prosperity under Byzantine administration, then a brief occupation by the Venetians, the city was abandoned in the late Middle Ages after marshes formed in the area. The archaeological site is a repository of ruins representing each period in the city’s development and that entity is unique. Moreover the ruines are situated in a beautiful natural setting.
The photo shows the famous baptistery, a major ruin from the 6th century and an ancient Roman monument adapted to the cultural needs of Christianity. Its floor has a an exceptional and well-preserved mosaic pavement, but usually it’s covered with sand (for protection).  #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #History
One of the over 700,000 bunkers built in Albania during the forty year leadership of Enver Hoxha. 

This particular one is on the Vivari Channel close to Butrint National Park and is almost hidden now amongst the shrubs and pretty yellow wildflowers.
The ancient city of Butrint, Sarandë Albania 🇦🇱
Butrint national park looking on to Corfu
Hotel Livia

Hotel Livia

3 out of 5
Butrint Xarrë Vlorë County
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xarrë. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Ksamil Islands ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
Room very expensive for a faded place. Restaurant good food at v high prices. I am ASSURED their mussels are imported as local no longer farmed. I think locals pay less.

Reviewed on 13 June 2025

Hotel Livia
Hotel Agimi

Hotel Agimi

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarandë
Stay at this hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sarandë Promenade and Museum of Archaeology are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
Very modern and comfortable, great staff, excellent hotel restaurant. Convenient parking garage attached to the Hotel. Nicel coastal views.

Reviewed on 25 November 2025

Hotel Agimi
Hotel Apollon Saranda

Hotel Apollon Saranda

4 out of 5
Mithat Hoxha Sarandë
Stay at this hotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Port of Sarandë and Sarande Ferry Terminal are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (88 reviews)
It was all good

Reviewed on 18 October 2025

Hotel Apollon Saranda
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marku Apartments

Marku Apartments

3 out of 5
Rruga baba Sherifi, Ksamil 9706, Albania Ksamil Vlorë
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Butrint National Archaeological ...
This apartment doesn’t exist is fake they took my money and they destroyed my vacation.terrible experience

Reviewed on 20 August 2023

Marku Apartments
SoleLuna Aparthotel

SoleLuna Aparthotel

3 out of 5
Rruga Butrinti Sarande Albania
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Sarandë. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a private beach. Popular attractions Castle of Lëkurësit and Sarandë Promenade ...
2/10 (2 reviews)
The worst possible experience. I do not recommend anyone to go to this hotel. The hotel is not safe for life. Be careful. This hotel should be removed from Expedia. I am very disappointed with the company… after so many years of being a regular customer… I am very concerned about the types of hotels ...

Reviewed on 14 August 2025

SoleLuna Aparthotel
Green Garden Villa

Green Garden Villa

3.5 out of 5
Rruga Ali Pasha Ksamil Vlorë County
Stay at this aparthotel in Ksamil. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ksamil Islands and Ali Pasha Castle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
My only compliant was that there were ants entering the Apt in the kitchen area. The property is filled with plants and fruit trees etc, they may have been entering through a wall. Keep things clean and place food in the refrigerator or you will share your food with the ants. You also must drive ...

Reviewed on 1 October 2024

Green Garden Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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