A Day Trip to Berat, Albania

Berat - one of the most beautiful mountain cities in Albania, known as the "City of a Thousand Windows", is famous for its well-preserved Ottoman-style architecture, pristine old streets, ancient castles on the hills and magnificent mountain views. It is full of exotic atmosphere, wandering the stone streets and visiting the castle, there is a feeling of being in a paradise, perfect for those who like slow tours and photography.

Tour route recommendations:
From the new town of Berat to the old town (Mangalem area), the road is lined with white buildings and full of "thousand windows" windows, super beautiful to take pictures📸. It is recommended to walk to the stone bridge in the Gorica district to enjoy the panoramic view across the Ottoman-style architecture before climbing to the Perate Castle. You will encounter many ancient churches and mosques on the way, you can visit and slowly feel the historical atmosphere.

Must-play items and photo spots:
1. Berat Castle: Located on the top of the hill, overlooking the entire Berat. The light is super beautiful at sunset and you can see the panoramic view of the Ottoman city😻!
2. Thousand-window dwelling (Mangalem area): The sky-covered windows and white house are perfect for taking characteristic portraits.
3. Gorica Stone Bridge: Connecting the New Town and Mangalem area, the bridgehead location is the best shooting location, can capture the entire city view of Berat 🥰.
4. Ethnic Museum: You can learn about the local folk culture of Albania, the exhibits inside are quite impressive.
5. Old Town Craft Shop and Cafe: Perfect for sitting down with a cup of coffee and feeling the slow life.

Tips:
- Berat is mainly walking, non-slip shoes are recommended, stone roads are easy to slip.
- The atmosphere of the ancient city is very quiet at night, suitable for night shots. You might as well wait for the sunset at the castle in advance.
- Most cafes only accept cash, redeeming LEK will be more convenient.
- Recommended to go in spring and autumn, comfortable weather, most beautiful photos.

Notes:
1. There is a slope inside the castle, walk slowly and pay attention to safety.
2. The most beautiful views are the Gorica bridge and the top of the castle, leaving early to avoid the crowds.
3. Estates in the Old Town are lined up quite closely, do not break into residents’ homes to take pictures, respect the locals.
4. The streets have many ramps, it is not recommended to push luggage, it is best to stay in a B&B near the old town.

Really perfect for travelers who enjoy slow-paced depth exploration and love taking pictures, Berat is a beautiful place that can’t be missed in Albania!

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