TIRANA, December 31 – Year-end brings tourists to Albania. The capital Tirana fills with visitors. Festive lights illuminate streets and squares. Many tourists stay in hotels for several days. This gives them time to explore historic sites.

A tourist from Portugal says: “I have been here for three days. Tirana is a very beautiful city.” Another adds: “We feel very welcome here. The atmosphere is wonderful.” Some visitors say the trip exceeds their expectations. Others choose Tirana to celebrate New Year’s Eve. One tourist notes: “We just arrived, but we already feel very comfortable.”

The festive mood spreads across the city. Skanderbeg Square prepares for the New Year concert. Locals fill the center and enjoy sunny days. The city is alive with holiday spirit.

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