Korca is a great stop for a gentle overnight stay in a civilised old-style atmosphere ont found elsewhere in Albania. The grandeur has faded but a stroll through town will show some charming buildings with Art Deco features, Socialist Realist monuments and a thriving market of local produce. You’ll not go hungry here – the town is known for its grills...

A visit to Albania’s National Gallery is a must not only for those interested in art, but also those who want to understand the country’s history, and in particular the Communist regime which dominated the second half of the twentieth century. As well as rotating exhibitions of local and international artists, the gallery has a permanent collection of all-Albanian art....