Albania is a country in Southeast Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Albania that most people don't know.
Albania has around 750,000 concrete bunkers built during the communist era — one for every 4 people. The country also gave the world Mother Teresa, born to Albanian parents in Skopje.
Albania has more Mercedes-Benz cars per capita than almost any country in the world.
Mother Teresa was of Albanian descent — born to Albanian parents in Skopje.
Albania was the world's first officially atheist state under communism (1967–1991).
The Albanian language is a linguistic isolate — it has no close relatives.
Albania has around 750,000 concrete bunkers built during the communist era — one for every 4 people. The country also gave the world Mother Teresa, born to Albanian parents in Skopje.
Albania is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO 'City of a Thousand Windows' with Ottoman houses climbing a hillside
A UNESCO stone city with a magnificent Ottoman-era castle overlooking the valley
Pristine turquoise beaches along the Ionian coast — one of Europe's hidden gems
Ancient UNESCO city-state with Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Venetian layers of history
Albania has around 750,000 concrete bunkers built during the communist era — one for every 4 people. The country also gave the world Mother Teresa, born to Albanian parents in Skopje.
The capital of Albania is Tirana.
Albania has a population of approximately 2.8M.
The official language of Albania is Albanian.
Albania gained independence in 1912.
Albania uses the Lek (L).