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Mangalem Quarter
White Ottoman-era houses stacked up the hillside give Berat its nickname, "City of a Thousand Windows."
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Castle of Berat
Byzantine churches from the 13th century and the Onufri Icon Museum sit within the still-inhabited hilltop castle.
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Gorica Quarter
On the opposite side of the river, reached by a pedestrian bridge, with its own maze of old stone houses.
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Osum Canyon
A dramatic canyon nearby offers canoeing and hiking for a day trip from the city.
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❓ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Berat

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How do I get to Berat?
About a 2 to 2.5 hour drive by car or bus south of Tirana. There is no airport in Berat itself.
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What language is spoken?
Albanian is the official language. English is understood reasonably well in tourist areas.
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Best time to visit?
April to June and September to October offer pleasant temperatures for exploring the old town and castle on foot.
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Why "City of a Thousand Windows"?
The white Ottoman-era houses in the Mangalem and Gorica quarters are stacked in rows up the hillside, their many windows giving the city its nickname and UNESCO status.