Three important reasons that will definitely make you visit Albania and Kosovo!
Many of you, I’m pretty sure you may not have heard of these two places at all.
Both Albania and Kosovo are two countries located in the Balkans and their official language is Albanian. Both are with ancient history, really very ancient, where the Illyrians, Greeks, Romans, Ottomans and Venetians have left their traces, but despite this they have once preserved the original history and culture.
When it comes to the holidays we all want to visit a new place every year and I believe these places deserve to be included in your itinerary.
*First reason why you should visit these countries is tourism! Both Albania and Kosovo have many tourist destinations that are really worth visiting.
*Second reason that makes these countries special is the hospitality!
Hospitality is a beloved and important ideal of traditional Albanian society. In Albania and Kosovo hospitality is considered the Institute and popular custom.
The master of the house was responsible for the security and “honor” of the friend until he left his house or land. For this reason, it is customary for the householder to accompany the friend when he leaves.
After entering a house, the friend is always rented something to drink or eat, even if only symbolically, according to the Albanian motto “bread and salt and heart”. Generally, today the rent is made with a glass of brandy, with a cup of coffee or non-alcoholic beverage, at least with a glass of water. Drinks are usually accompanied by candy or nuts.
The friend is respected, valued and honored in a special way. In the past, if someone knocked on the door, whether friend or even enemy, if he knocked on the door he turned into an untouchable man.
*Third reason is food!
Albanian cuisine is known for its high nutritional values and its very good taste. Almost every province offers its own specialties. The word cuisine is said to be an ancient Albanian word. In ancient Illyrian times the kitchen (ku zina) was the place where we cook, where we make dishes, which was later transformed into the kitchen.
Among the most famous Albanian foods are these.
Change your plans and take a look at Albania and Kosovo! If you visited it once you will want to visit it more often and you will not regret it.
