The second edition of the cultural and tourist event “Shepherd’s Festival” took place last weekend in the tourist village of Boga, 47 km from Shkodra.

This festival has become a tradition in recent years. Moreover, it is gaining more attention and growing in scale.

Supported by the Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation, the event showcased the values, traditions, and heritage of the Boga area.

The “Shepherd’s Festival” promotes the cultural heritage of the Albanian mountains. It features authentic Albanian motifs and treasures recognized by UNESCO, such as Transhumance, Xhubleta, and the Tropoja Dance.

Additionally, the festival helps promote Boga as a destination. It aims to attract more domestic and foreign tourists.

During the two-day event, held at the Bajraktari Tower, attendees witnessed livestock migration rituals. They also saw traditional dishes, local products, and folk costumes on display.

The atmosphere was enriched by artistic groups from Malësia, Shkodra, and Lezha. Moreover, polyphonic singers from the South and well-known artists from Malësia e Tuzit performed.

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