Butrint National Park

Butrint National Park is located in southern Albania, and is also one of the most beautiful historical sites in Albania. It lies 18 kilometers (11 miles) south of Sarandë. The park is 9,424 hectares (94.24 km2) in size, featuring freshwater lakes, wetlands, salt marshes, open grasslands, reed beds, and islands. The importance of the park for conservation is evident in the high number of species, which includes over 1,200 distinct animals and plants. Its duty includes the conservation of Butrint's lake and lagoon, Vivari's natural waterway, Ksamil's islands, and the archaeological site, which contains rich relics of ancient civilizations.

Butrint is strategically placed in the extreme south of the nation, near the eastern section of the Corfu Strait. It stretches across a peninsula bounded by Lake Butrint and the Vivari Channel. A thin sandy bar connects the lake to the Ionian Sea via the canal. The park has a warm Mediterranean environment due to its closeness to the sea. This implies that winters are pleasant, but summers are scorching and dry.

Butrint's archaeological legacy is one of the most important in the country, featuring many artifacts and constructions spanning from the Iron Age to the Middle Ages. The city walls, a late-antique baptistery, a large basilica, a Roman theatre, and two castles are all still standing. The old city is set in natural woods with a diverse environment that is influenced by the neighboring lake and canal. Nonetheless, it is the mix of cultural artifacts and natural environment that distinguishes Butrint National Park.

Location: Location: Butrint, Albania