Nowhere else in Greece have traditions rooted in the worship of Dionysus remained as vibrant as in Eastern Macedonia ...

In Albanian culture, the wedding veil symbolizes purity and modesty. It is a way to protect the bride from evil spirits on her special day. The veil is also a reflection of the family's honor and ...

Before setting out for the wide, white mountain, Ana Lia González Maguiña took stock of her gear: A chunky sweater to guard ...

Maithili Thakur made a strong cultural statement as she took oath as an MLA in the Bihar Assembly dressed in traditional Mithila attire, a hand-crafted saree and the symbolic paag. She also chose to ...

RTSH, the Albanian national broadcaster, has released the Festivali i Kenges 64 competing entries. Albania is gearing up for its traditional national selection in full steam and working earnestly to ...

Want to explore the best of Albania in one week? This 7-day Albania road trip itinerary takes you through the country’s top places: from coastal towns and beaches to mountains, lakes, and historic ...

Want to visit one of the most impressive places near Tirana? Lake Bovilla is a striking mountain reservoir with clear water, dramatic cliffs, and amazing views. In this guide, you’ll learn how to get ...

On Oct. 6, Albanian Appeals Court Judge Astrit Kalaja was shot inside the Tirana courtroom where he oversaw a property dispute case, according to the International Commission of Jurists. Kalaja died ...

“I do not see the same color, vibrancy and life in other countries I visit,” Alice Taylor tells PEOPLE after moving to Albania in 2017 Tereza Shkurtaj is a writer-reporter at PEOPLE. She has been ...