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Tirana

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/ tɪˈrɑːnə, tiˈranə /

noun

the capital of Albania, in the central part 32 km (20 miles) from the Adriatic: founded in the early 17th century by Turks; became capital in 1920; the country's largest city and industrial centre. Pop: 390 000 (2005 est)

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The protests are held daily in Tirana, while on Thursday morning for a second time this week, demonstrators gathered outside parliament to confront lawmakers and block entry to the building.

From Barron's ● Jul. 4, 2026

So, flamingos are likely to remain a familiar sight on the streets of Tirana.

From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026

Part of the suspect investments relates to properties and construction projects in Tirana, Palase and Himare and other coastal areas, the prosecutors said.

From Barron's ● Jun. 13, 2026

Kristina Xhiveli, a 30-year-old environmental engineer who marched in Tirana last week, said people are exhausted with concerns about bad infrastructure, healthcare, education and other issues.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026

Nominally valued in Tirana at 5 leks to 1 United States dollar; the tourist rate in early 1970 was 12.5 leks to US$1.

From Area Handbook for Albania by Elpern, Sarah Jane

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