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Learning Albanian – Shqip for the Diaspora: Bas...
Learning Albanian for the diaspora: why Shqip is unique, the Gheg & Tosk dialects, pronunciation, greetings and core vocabulary for beginners – plus tips for learning with children.
Religion in Albania: Religious Harmony and “Fej...
Religion in Albania stands for peaceful coexistence: Muslims, Bektashi, Catholics and Orthodox live as one people. On Pashko Vasa’s verse, Mother Teresa and lived religious tolerance.
Queen Teuta & the Illyrian Kingdom – the Ancien...
Queen Teuta ruled the Illyrian Kingdom of the Ardiaei around 231–227 BC and defied Rome. Her story, King Agron, Bardhyl, Gentios and the Illyrian roots of the Albanians.
Albanian Folklore Festivals: Logu i Bjeshkëve, ...
An overview of Albanian folklore festivals: the National Folklore Festival of Gjirokastra, Logu i Bjeshkëve in the Rugova region and the Sofra Dardane – plus traditional dress, music (Çifteli, Def)...
Albanian Christmas & New Year: Krishtlindjet, V...
How Albanians across all faiths celebrate Krishtlindjet and Viti i Ri: Babagjyshi i Vitit të Ri, festive feasts with baklava & sarma, diaspora reunions – plus the loveliest Albania gift...
Albanian Mother's Day: Festa e Nënës on 8 March...
Albanian Mother's Day (Festa e Nënës) is celebrated on 8 March. Learn all about the customs, the meaning of the Albanian mother and the loveliest gift ideas – from eagle...
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