Top Tourist Places to Visit in Berat, Albania, Europe

Top Tourist Places to Visit in Berat, Albania, Europe

Berat is a small town placed on the banks of the river Osum in Berat district and lies towards the south central part of Albania country. Berat is situated on the slopes of the Tomorr Mountains and pine woods above the town and the town spans an area of 2.4 square miles (6.3 square kilometers) and located at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above the sea level. Economy of Berat is based on leather, metal, silver and silk working and tourism industry, the town is declared as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Berat is surrounded by Ura Vajgurope, Kucove, Perondi, and Polican towns and Tirana, capital of Albania is located at the distance of 106 kilometers from Berat. Coordinates of Berat are 40.7000° N, 19.9500° E.

History of Berat:

Berat was populated since the 6^th century by Greek tribes and the region was recognized as Dessaretis. Byzantine Empire captured the region during the collapse of Roman Empire and during the Bulgarians rule the region was identified as the Pulcherioplois and later became one of the prominent towns during the rule in the 9^th century. Ottoman Empire captured the region in the year 1417. The modern history of the region began from 18^th century and Berat was one of the major Albanian cities and in the year 1835, Greek school was established in the town.

Places to see in Berat:

Berat Castle:

Berat Castle is situated on right bank of the river Osum on a pebbly hill and the wall of the castle was reconstructed during the 5^th century under the rule of Byzantine Emperor Theodosius II and from top of the castle, one can view the breathtaking surrounding landscapes and valley.

St. Mary of Blachernae Church:

St. Mary of Blachernae Church was constructed during the 13^th century and mural painting by Nikolloe Onufri can be seen in the church is one of the must visit churches in the town known for its architectural design.

Halveti Tekke:

Halveti Tekke is a Muslim religious buildings and landmark of the town constructed during the 15^th century and later renovated in the 1782 by Ahmed Kurt Pasha and the mosque has a prayer hall.

Tomorri Mountain:

Tomorri Mountain is the main mount in the town which can be reached through four wheelers, top of the mountain is surrounded by pine trees and Bektashi Temple is located here, from top of the mount tourists can see the surrounding landscapes and valley.

Interesting Places to see in and around Berat:

Bogova Waterfall
Byzantine Churches
Berat Ethnographic Museum
Onufri Iconography Museum
Albanian Orthodox Church

Weather in Berat:

Berat is served by Mediterranean climate and it is the hottest town in the country due to its location on the mountain and best time to visit Berat is from November to April.

Transportation to Berat:

By Road:

Berat is connected through SH74 which passes through the city and buses will operate from Tirana to Berat at regular intervals. Tourists can get around the town by foot, is the best way to explore the town.

By Air:

Sarandë Airport is situated at the distance of 80 kilometers from Berat town in Vlore city handles domestic flights to cities like Tirane, Korce, Kukes, Shkoder and Gjiokaster and from airport tourists can avail the bus services to the Berat town.

Accommodation in Berat:

Berat is a historical city and also identified as the town of thousand windows and town hosts few hotels which are located close to the historical monuments and buildings which provides the charming view of the surroundings and hotels do offer facilities like air conditioning, room safe, shower, kitchenette, satellite/cable TV in every room and amenities such as bar/pub, laundry service/dry cleaning, restaurant, disabled facilities, business center, pets allowed, car park are also available. List of hotels in Berat are as follows: