🛕 Religious📸 Tourist Attraction

Great Mosque in Durrës

Durrës, Albania

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Overview

Historic site in Durrës, Albania. It lies in Albania's western lowlands near the Adriatic–Ionian coast, at its best from late spring through early autumn.

Why visit: Albania's unusual religious mix — Ottoman mosques, Orthodox monasteries and Catholic churches, often side by side.

Things to do

›Admire the painted interior or minaret
›Step inside quietly outside prayer times
›Look for Ottoman-era frescoes and carving
›Explore the surrounding old quarter

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Travel Information

Best time

April – October (mild weather, open interiors)

Weather

Mediterranean western lowlands — hot, dry, sunny summers (28–33°C) and mild, wetter winters (8–15°C); the nearby sea stays swimmable from June into October.

Entry fee

Usually free (donation welcome)

Hours

Typically 8 AM – 6 PM; avoid prayer times at mosques

Est. budget

₹400 – ₹1,500

Duration

45 minutes – 1.5 hours

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