Parc national

Thethi

Name: Thethi
Address: Rruga Nikgjonaj, Theth, AL

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Fatjona

May 29, 2022

Theth National Park is located in the far northern part of Albania near the midway point of the border with Montenegro. The park covers an area of only 10.15 square miles (26.3 sq km) creating another small park within the country packed with astounding natural wonders. The Albanian Alps and the Shala Valley are at the heart of the national park. Generally speaking, the park represents the characteristics of a high terrain landscape with sharp steep mountains. Along with the mountains of the Alps and the Shala Valley, the area is characterized by thick forests, meandering rivers, beautiful waterfalls, and striking rock formations. The park is comprised of a diverse ecosystem that changes with elevation transitioning from the oak-dominated lower elevations moving into the beech forests as the elevations change. The alpine terrain at even higher elevations features junipers, shrubs, and alpine bluegrass. These diverse ecosystems serve as home to a variety of wildlife species. The brown bear is the largest and for many the most exciting. Other popular wildlife includes chamois, roe deer, lynx, wild goat, and the gray wolf. The lesser kestrel and the golden eagle are two of the more exciting sightings from the 50 species of birds nesting or migrating through the park

Flutura

May 12, 2021

Thethi has been declared a Proteceted Historic Center by the Albanian Government. It is a pearl of the Albanian Alps.

Jonny

September 13, 2020

Every one of us should visit these places, they will remain in your memory for a long time, with respect by Jonny Ksamil

Saimir

December 24, 2019

Theth National Park combines the beauty of mountains with majestic rivers, stunning waterfalls and lagoons as blue as one could ever imagine. No mere picture will do justice to its true beauty, you must experience Theth in the flesh! “Paradise is here, my good man. God, give me no other paradise!” This passage, from Nikos Kazantzakis’ Freedom and Death, rings particularly true when you find yourself in the midst of Theth National Park. Surrounded by rugged mountains, enwreathed with nature of the highest magnificence, Theth may resemble a postcard but this is as real as it gets! Your Journey to Theth Nestled amongst the Albanian Alps, Theth National Park covers a vast and sprawling area of 26.3km2. It must be said that Theth is not for the weak-hearted, and we do mean that! Getting there is the trick and any enthusiastic tourist can choose one of two quite varied journeys. The first is the most comfortable, this route is by car and takes you through Shkodra. You do get the views from your vehicle but it’s not exactly the full Theth experience. That brings us to the second journey, this one is by foot, it’s much more demanding but unquestionably more rewarding. This 6 to 7-hour journey involves climbing the Valbona Pass by foot, and do not take it lightly when we tell you, it takes you mountain high (literally and figuratively). You’ve arrived, and here begins the part where you may need to pinch yourself. Two spectacular peaks loom above Theth National Park: Jezerca and the Accursed Mountains. Once upon a time the latter was famed for housing nymphs, goddesses and other mythical beings. To the more cynical minded traveller these myths might seem farcical, but what cannot be denied is the magical and otherworldly views that inhabit Theth National Park. What Awaits You? The gorgeous spectacle of the Shala River flowing and meandering through the area, is truly something to behold. You’ll find water features aplenty in the vicinity and it goes without saying that the Waterfall of Grunas (or Theth) is an impressive sight with a 30m high cascade of plunging water. The rugged and narrow canyon of Grunas in close proximity adds to the magical atmosphere, with crystalline waters running through it for more than a kilometre. Upon crossing the canyon, a 30 to 40-minute hike will take you into the heart of the village Ndërlys. It’s in this village that you will discover Vaskat e Gurit (literally ‘Stone Bathtubs’), awe-inspiring rock formations carved out by the Black River set amongst crystal-clear turquoise waters. Post-hike, there is no better place to take a refreshing dip!. The Black River descending from the village of Kaprre, creates yet another majestic pool: The Blue Eye of Theth. With a rich-blue hue and surrounded by lush greenery, it’s a magical sight. A calm stream descends from the mountains above, an abandoned tower adds a finishing touch to this gorgeous and remarkable location. Do not fear, there are plenty of rest spots along your journey where you can relax and recuperate some energy. Roast lamb, warm homemade bread, cheese, yogurt, butter, honey and all manner of homegrown fruits and vegetables are there for your mid-hike cravings, masterfully prepared and served by the families of the nearby guesthouses. This is feel-good Albanian food & hospitality, of which you will never forget. An Inspiration to All Who Visit Other noteworthy destinations to visit when in Theth National Park include the Church of Theth, the Prison Tower (Kulla e Ngujimit), the Cave of Theth, the Waterfall of Gjeçaj, and the Lake of the Peja Pass, to name but a few. Ismail Kadare, the renowned Albanian author, dedicated his poem “Accursed Mountains” to this exact place, and indeed to Albania for possessing such “unknown” miracles:

Besnik

December 19, 2019

Thethi is surrounded by stunning mountains and stunning necks, starting from Neck of Thana, Sheep's Path, Radohima, Sheniku, Papluku, Alia's Peak, Peja's Neck, Beautiful Pit, Jezerca's Neck, Black's Peak, Zorgi's Peak. , which hide in their innumerable encounters with climbers, speleologists, botanists, geographers and many alpine lovers, to whom this area leaves indelible impressions. The villages of this area lie on both sides of the river from Okoli to Grunas, where characteristic houses that blend in with the alpine background, emerge as unrepeatable, sometimes unseen landscapes. Thethi (Zoological Nature Park) Called such by residents and visitors, it has an adorable space that offers good living conditions to several different types of wildlife such as: bear, wild goat, wild boar, roe deer, fox, wolf, the rabbit, without forgetting the lynx, the giraffe and the hedgehog. But besides the variety of wildlife, the Theth forest is also rich in various birds such as eagle, hawk, partridge, wild pigeon, wild turkey and many other birds that migrate to Theth during the high season. reproduction. Not to be overlooked are the estates of the Shala River, which originates in Okol and the Kapresa River, which are notable for the characteristic fish: the trout and the headwaters, not to mention the icy lake of Troutore, where the fish travels alpine and many other types. TurizmiRedakto

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