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Things to see in Korçë (Albania): 40 places and when to go
Korçë is a town in Albania with around 58,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 40 places in and around it, mainly History (18), Temples (12), Nature (8). The best known are Prespa National Park, Fir of Drenovë National Park and Mirahori Mosque. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 06. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Albania · 40.6167, 20.7667
- Population
- About 58,000
- Places
- 40 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (18) · Temples (12) · Nature (8) · Wildlife (6) · Museums and art (5) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- TIA Rinas, 125 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Kaluger Mountain, at 1,481 m.
What to see in Korçë
The places in and around Korçë, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Prespa National ParkNational park in Albania25 km
- Fir of Drenovë National ParkProtected area in Albania7.5 km
- Mirahori MosqueCultural monument and mosque in Albania742 m
- National Museum of Medieval ArtArt museum in Korçë, Albania1.8 km
- Resurrection Cathedral, KorçëCathedral in Korçë, Albania1.2 km
- St. Mary's Church, MaligradCultural heritage monument of Albania (KO056)24 km
- St. Nicholas Church, VoskopojëCultural Monument in Albania15 km
- St. Athanasius Church, MoscopoleCultural Monument in Albania15 km
- National Museum of EducationHistorical museum; education Museum in Korçë, Albania1.1 km
- St. Elijah Church, VoskopojëCultural Monument in Albania16 km
- St. Michael Church, MoscopoleCultural Monument in Albania15 km
- St. Mary's Church, VoskopojëCultural Monument in Albania15 km
- Archaeological Museum of KorçëArchaeological museum in Korçë, Albania1.3 km
- Korçë Clock TowerClock tower in Korçë, Albania720 m
- St. John the Baptist Monastery, VoskopojëChristian orthodox monastery in Moscopole, Albania14 km
- Old Bazaar of KorçëBazaar in Korçë, Albania697 m
- Cave of TreniNatural and cultural monument in Albania20 km
- St. Sotir Church, KorçëArmenian-apostolic church in Korçë, Albania1.7 km
- Bratko Museum of Oriental ArtArt museum in Korçë, Albania1.6 km
- St. Demetrius' Church, BoboshticëCultural Monument in Albania6.7 km
- Kamenica TumulusCultural Monument in Albania8.8 km
- Holy Trinity Church, LavdarCultural Monument in Albania22 km
- Martyrs' Cemetery, KorçëCemetery in Korçë, Albania1.8 km
- Banesa e Mihallaq ZiçishtitCultural Monument in Albania15 km
And the other 16, by what you come to do:
- History: Ventroku Castle, House of Andromaqi Melko, Banesa e Fani Kota (Pjastoros), Banesa e Nazif Karametos, Banesa e Vëllazërisë Frashëri, Bellovodës Castle, Dishnica Castle, Kuçi i zi Castle, Pikturat në Shkembin e Spiles, Rrënojat e Kishës së Shën Pjetrit
- Nature: Kaluger Mountain, Peisazh i Mbrojtur Tokësor Nikolicë, Pylli i përzjerë i Maliqit, Rezervati Natyror i Menaxhuar "Cangonji", Rezervati Natyror i Menaxhuar "Krastafillak"
- Museums and art: Gjon Mili Museum
When to go to Korçë
The best time to visit Korçë is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:24
- FebPossible10:27
- MarPossible11:41
- AprBest time13:05
- MayBest time14:16
- JunBest time14:53
- JulPossible14:38
- AugPossible13:37
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:53
- NovPossible9:41
- DecPossible9:06
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 06. In April, 40 of the 40 places are at their best.
When to go to Albania in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Korçë
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA, Rinas), 125 km as the crow flies. How to get around Albania (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Ersekë11 places32 km
- Pogradec14 places33 km
- Çorovodë8 places46 km
- Përmet20 places55 km
- Gramsh6 places55 km
- Berat31 places68 km
And all of Albania, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Korçë?
The best known: Prespa National Park, Fir of Drenovë National Park, Mirahori Mosque, National Museum of Medieval Art, Resurrection Cathedral, Korçë. In all, 40 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Korçë?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 06.
How do you get to Korçë?
The nearest main airport is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA), 125 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Korçë as the destination and these 40 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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