The Benja Thermal Baths in Përmet are becoming one of the most popular destinations for both local and international visitors. This rise comes thanks to a major transformation project underway in this rare natural treasure.

Prime Minister Edi Rama shared images today on social media from the site, located about 14 kilometers from Përmet, in the Petran Administrative Unit, and just 3 kilometers from where the Vjosa River meets the Lengarica Stream.

Now in a full transformation phase, Rama noted that the area saw a high number of visitors last weekend. Many chose to spend time in nature, enjoying the warm, healing waters.

The project includes a new parking area, bicycle lanes, panoramic balconies overlooking the canyon, an organized entrance, public baths, and a health center. It aims to offer modern standards while preserving the historic and environmental values that make the site unique.

Currently, workers are installing stair railings, furnishing spaces, and laying decorative wooden flooring near the pools. These improvements enhance the site’s beauty and harmony with the surrounding landscape.

Open to the sky, the thermal springs feature water temperatures ranging from 26°C to 32°C.

The area blends untouched nature, history, and adventure. In addition to the baths, visitors can explore the Lengarica Canyon and the Katiu Bridge, a cultural monument that enriches the region’s heritage.