That theAlbania It is an increasingly popular tourist destination, especially by Italians, it is now a fact. What are the best coastal towns for a holiday between sun and relaxation? In the first places we certainly find Chimaera, a small town located along the Ionian coast, between Vlora and Saranda.
Precisely in the surroundings of Himare there are some of the most beautiful beaches in Albania. With just under 8.000 inhabitants, this charming town that overlooks the sea and has the mountains behind it, completely changes its face during the summer season: tourists come from all over the world, attracted by the splendid Albanian waters, the beaches, nature and the abandoned towns that dot the coast. In addition, of course, to super affordable cost of living. What are the most beautiful beaches? First the Playa Same meet himare: not far from the center, it is made up of white stones that descend into an intense blue sea. This is a place suitable for children too, a long strip of sand with large open spaces and a few bars for lunchtime.
Going a little further away from Himare - which is in any case worth a visit, with its ancient buildings and sacred places such as the Church of the Virgin or the Church of Kasopitra -, you can come across other beaches that are worth a stop: for example, the beach of Gjipe is one of the most hidden and suggestive places on the entire Albanian coast. Has to walk for half an hour on a red dirt road which descends from the red mountains to the sea, to reach it, but once you arrive the spectacle is impressive: the turquoise waters and the cliffs that go from red to black make Gjipe one of the most beautiful beaches in Albania.
On the other hand, it is less wild. Jale, north of Himare: located in a small gulf, it is a small pebble beach with establishments, bars and restaurants. The water is crystal clear, at any time of the day, and the special vitality of the area makes it the favored by youth groups.
Other beaches that can be reached from Himare are Porto Palermo beach and Borsh beach. The first is one of the most loved by tourists, for the possibility it offers of submerging in crystal clear waters crowned by the fortaleza construida por Ali Pasha Tepelena: a fairy tale context, easily accessible on foot, and which really resembles a natural swimming pool. There playa de borsh â 7 kilometers long â it is instead the largest in the country and is immersed in green and lush nature. South of Himare and two kilometers from the town of Qeparo, it is one of the most lively and popular, also perfect for relaxing walks along the shore.
How do you get to Himare? By bus, from Tirana airport, or by ferry (departing from Bari, Brindisi and Taranto). Unless you choose to explore Albania with an inspiring road trip.
