Saranda

Saranda is a coastal town in Albania situated on an open sea gulf of the Ionian Sea in the central Mediterranean, about 14 km east of the northern end of the island of Corfu. Stretching along the Albanian Ionian Sea, Saranda is known to be one of the sunniest cities in Albania, with over 300 sunny days a year.

Recently, Saranda has seen an obvious increase in visitors, mostly come from cruise ships. the archaeological sites and the natural environment of Saranda attract more than 700,000 visitors yearly

If you plan to visit of Saranda, keep in mind to see some of these main attractions: the Hasan Tahasini Boulevard, Forty Saints Monastery and Pasqyra Beach. This beach area was named after the crystal clear waters that reflect the town and the sky - “Pasqyra” means mirror in Albanian. There is much more to get a good taste of Saranda. Don't leave without tasting the traditional specialties of the city!

Saranda is a good place to eat freshly caught shrimp and other seafood. Among the most delicious traditional specialties, we can mention Fëgesë, Tavë Kosi, Grilled Vegetables, Chicken fillets with Panna Cotta And Mushrooms, Peppers With Cottage Cheese, Byrek, Shëndetli etc.