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

From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026

"Free the boys," the demonstrators chanted on Saturday evening referring to 19 protesters still detained at a Tirana police station.

From Barron's ● Jul. 4, 2026

Thousands of people have demonstrated against the resort project in the capital Tirana every evening over recent weeks, including on Saturday.

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

Khrushchev's denunciation of Stalin and wooing of Tito brought consternation to Tirana, but reliance on Soviet aid apparently tempered Albanian reactions.

From Area Handbook for Albania by Elpern, Sarah Jane

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