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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 situation has calmed in recent days, with only sporadic incidents in Tirana, but it escalated again on Saturday.

From Barron's ● Oct. 24, 2026

Student protests have continued for a fifth day in Albania's capital Tirana as students gathered outside the Ministry of Education to continue to demonstrate against poor education facilities, rising living costs and alleged government corruption.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Albania's capital Tirana saw clashes for a fifth straight day Saturday as protesters demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, who pledged to listen to their criticism.

From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026

Albania is a popular tourist destination, and the government in Tirana has warned that violence tarnishes the country's image, affecting both tourism and its European path.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

The port of Durres, with road and rail links to Tirana, Elbasan, and Fier, is an exception.

From Area Handbook for Albania by Sarah Jane Elpern

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