The sharp rise in local and foreign visitors also increased revenue. Income grew by 84% compared with 2024. During 2025, 295,152 people visited the park.

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports said visitor numbers continue to rise. “This once again proves the rare cultural and natural values of this UNESCO World Heritage site,” the ministry wrote.

Butrint National Park is one of Albania’s most important cultural, archaeological, environmental, and tourist areas. The park covers 8,622.2 hectares. It lies 25 kilometers from the city of Saranda.

The park features an exceptional variety of natural habitats. These landscapes blend with rare archaeological, historical, and cultural sites. Together, they create a unique Mediterranean setting. The main Butrint Archaeological Center lies inside the park. Many other monuments surround it. They testify to more than 3,000 years of civilization. The area also includes several natural monuments with scientific, educational, and tourist value.

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