One month before the grand start of the “Giro d’Italia,” the renowned ship “Amerigo Vespucci” has arrived at the Port of Durrës, bringing with it the “Trofeo Senza Fine,” the trophy for the world-famous “Grande Partenza” of the Giro d’Italia.

The Minister of Education and Sports, Ogerta Manastirliu, and the Mayor of Durrës, Emiriana Sako, visited the historic and symbolic Italian ship today.

Minister Manastirliu stated that Albania is preparing to host one of the world’s most prestigious and widely followed sporting events, set to take place in May.

“Albania is now a tourism hub, and without a doubt, the Giro d’Italia, just one month ahead of this major sporting event, will bring an international audience of over 800 million viewers. We are very happy and are working to ensure that these three stages in the cities of Durrës, Tirana, and Vlorë are a success. We are also working on organizing festive activities in all the cities the Giro d’Italia will pass through,” Manastirliu said.

For the first time, Albania will be at the center of this international event, joining a prestigious list of host countries.

This presents a unique opportunity to promote Albania’s natural and cultural wealth, which will be showcased through the race and international broadcasts. It also provides an opportunity to boost Albanian tourism, attracting visitors from around the world to explore our country and experience its hospitality.

“Giro d’Italia is undoubtedly a unique event, and Albania will be in the world’s spotlight for these three days. But we are also organizing other events ahead of the Giro d’Italia, and we are happy that this moment will be an opportunity to promote not only Albania but also our historic centers, cultural heritage, and natural resources. This is a chance to highlight the places through which the Giro d’Italia will pass,” Manastirliu added.

The Giro d’Italia, one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events, will begin in Albania, where the first three stages will take place in May.

Cyclists from over 20 international teams will race through Albania’s cycling routes, challenging their limits in various terrains to win the “Maglia Rosa” and the famous “Senza Fine” trophy.

Moreover, one month before the start of the Giro d’Italia, the most iconic and prestigious ship of the Italian Navy, “Amerigo Vespucci,” has docked in the Port of Durrës, as part of its Mediterranean tour, adding grandeur to this welcoming port in Albania. Along with the ship, the “Trofeo Senza Fine,” the trophy for the “Grande Partenza” of the Giro d’Italia, has also arrived.

These two events hold great significance for our country, as they result from Albania’s growing image on the international stage.

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