Albania · City guides
Tirana
Tirana is the bustling and relatively modernised capital of Albania. It is the most important economic, financial, political and trade centre in the country. Tourists often find the city charming, with both cosmopolitan and small town feelings, and a lively nightlife.
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- Currency
Currency
Albanian Lek (ALL)- Language
- Albanian
Language
Albanian - Time zones
UTC+1
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/F
Power plugs
Type C, F · 220 V - Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
- Visa (US citizens)
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Albania · Population: 389K · Calling code: +355
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