The Early Christian Basilica of Lin, a 6th-century monument, is drawing increasing attention from international tourists.

Prime Minister Edi Rama recently shared images on social media from a visit by foreign tourists to this historic site, now one of the most visited in Albania.

“A typical July day at the Lin Basilica—surrounded by calm nature, our precious cultural heritage, and the picturesque views of this lakeside village—one of the gems of Albanian history and cultural tourism,” Rama wrote.

Authorities declared the Early Christian Basilica of Lin a First-Category Cultural Monument on 10 June 1973. Experts date the site to the 5th–6th centuries AD.

The basilica, along with its remarkable mosaics, stands atop Saint Athanasius Hill, forming the Lin Peninsula. Researchers discovered the site in 1967 during an exploratory mission led by local museum staff in Pogradec. They later launched an excavation campaign to bring it to light.

In 1968, a detailed study by the Institute of Monuments in Tirana confirmed the site’s significance. The research concluded that the Lin Basilica ranks among the most unique discoveries in Albania.

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