Albania
Albanien
Albania is in Europe. Here you’ll find flag, capital and neighbours to learn.
Borders: Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Kosovo
- Capital
- Tirana
- Region
- Europe
- Subregion
- Südosteuropa
- Area
- 28,748 km²
- Population
- 2,349,580
- Language
- Albanian
- Neighbours
- Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Kosovo
Did you know?
- History
Under dictator Enver Hoxha, some 170,000 concrete bunkers were built — tens of thousands still stand in fields, gardens and on beaches.
- Culture
In Albania, shaking your head traditionally means yes, while nodding means no.
- Language
Albania calls itself “Shqipëria” — usually interpreted as “Land of the Eagles”.
- History
In 1967 Albania declared itself the world’s first officially atheist state and banned all religious practice.
Frequently asked questions about Albania
Tirana is the capital of Albania.
Albania is in Europe.
Albania has about 2,349,580 inhabitants.
Albania covers about 28,748 km².
In Albania people speak Albanian.
Albania borders: Greece, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Kosovo.