Albania
Republic of Albania
People: Albanian
Albania is located in Southeast Europe and has a population of around 2.4 million. Its capital city is Tirana, and the most widely spoken official language is Albanian.
Albania — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Albania |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Tirana |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Southeast Europe |
| Population | 2,363,314 |
| Area | 28,748 km² |
| Currency | Albanian lek (ALL) L |
| Official Language | Albanian |
| Dialling Code | +355 |
| Internet TLD | .al |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | AL / ALB |
| Borders | Montenegro, Greece, North Macedonia, Kosovo |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Albania
What is the capital of Albania?
The capital of Albania is Tirana.
What currency does Albania use?
Albania uses the Albanian lek (ALL, symbol: L).
What language do they speak in Albania?
The official language of Albania is Albanian.
What is the dialling code for Albania?
The international dialling code for Albania is +355.
What side of the road does Albania drive on?
Albania drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Albania
Montenegro
Greece
North Macedonia
KosovoPlanning a trip to Albania?
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