From old towns and remarkable bridges to sacred places and natural wonders, find the stops that make your Balkan journey your own.
621–640 of 732 landmarks
Durres
The Great Mosque of Durrës (also known as the New Mosque or in some sources also historically called Varos ) is a mosque of special historical, architectural and spiritual importance in the center of Durrës, which…
Librazhd
The Alpine Star Habitat is a natural area of special ecological importance, where the endemic Alpine Star (Leontopodium alpinum) plant grows – a species that is not found very often and that bears unique floristic…
Pustec
It is located on the shore of Lake Prespa, in its east, near the state border with Greece. The ascent to the multi-storey church is done by metal stairs. The first floor is the cell where the monks lived and its upper…
Berat
The historic Velabisht Bridge, built in the 18th century by Ismail Pasha Velabishti, is an important monument of Ottoman architecture that connects Berat with the surrounding areas. Built of limestone, it consists of…
Vau Deja
One of the true gems of the lake, Shurdhahu is an island surrounded by the blue waters of the Vau i Dejës, with the ruins of a medieval city known as Sarda. Sarda was an important center during the rule of the…
Fojnica
In the heart of Central Bosnia, in a town that was once the seat of the Bosnian kings, the blacksmith’s hammer still rings with the same rhythm as it did a hundred years ago. Kreševo is a place where blacksmithing is…
Mostar
Blagaj is one of the most beautiful and recognizable destinations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, located just a few kilometers from Mostar. This charming Herzegovinian settlement is best known for the spectacular spring of…
Pogradec
At the heart of Illyrian history, on the eastern side of Gradishte hill, lie the Monumental Tombs of Lower Selca – a rare archaeological treasure dating back to the 4th–3rd centuries BC. These tombs are carved into the…
Gjirokastra
The Obelisk of Education is located in the city of Gjirokastra and is an important monument dedicated to education and knowledge in the region. It symbolizes the community's efforts to develop education and the…
Konjic
The Old Bridge in Konjic is one of the most beautiful stone bridges of the Ottoman period in Bosnia and Herzegovina and a symbol of this town on the Neretva. It was built in 1682 as an endowment of Ali-aga Hasečić, and…
Këlcyre
The Old Village of Këlcyrës is located in the mountainous area surrounding Këlcyrës and is a testament to the cultural and historical heritage of the region. It is notable for its traditional architecture, narrow…
Tirana
The Palace of Congresses is one of the most important institutional and cultural buildings in Tirana, located in the center of the capital, near Skanderbeg Square. The building serves as a venue for conferences,…
Mostar
The Partisan Memorial Cemetery in Mostar is one of the most striking memorial sites in the former Yugoslavia and a masterpiece of 20th century architecture. Built in 1965 in the western part of Mostar, this imposing…
Përmet
One of the most important historical symbols of the city and of the period of the National Liberation War in Albania. The Congress of Përmet was a key moment in the political history of Albania during World War II. At…
Tirana
The Pyramid of Tirana is one of the most unique and symbolic buildings of the capital, known for its modern architecture and unusual history. Built in 1988, the pyramid has gone through different phases of use,…
Korca
The resurrection on Christ Cathedral in Korça is one of the city's most important and symbolic buildings. Completed in 1995, this cathedral is an excellent example of modern Orthodox architecture. . With its impressive…
Pogradec
The Paleochristian Basilica of Lin – An Ancient Treasure in the Heart of Nature On the picturesque peak of the hill of Shën Thanas, on the Lin peninsula (20 km north of Pogradec), lie the ruins of one of the most…
Tirana
The Toptani Saraje are historic buildings that belonged to the Toptani family, one of the most famous and influential families in Albanian history. These Sarajes display traditional Albanian and Ottoman architecture,…
Čitluk
Vrelo Bune in Blagaj is one of the most beautiful and powerful karst springs in Europe, located just 12 kilometers from Mostar. The Buna River emerges from deep within a cave beneath a 200-meter-high karst cliff,…
Tirana
The Tanners' Bridge is one of Tirana's historical monuments, built during the Ottoman period. With its characteristic arches and skillfully crafted stones, the bridge displays traditional architecture and served as a…
