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Albania: Oral histories from a student’s perspective

June 30, 2017June 29, 2017

Legends, oral stories and myths are one of the most significant data about the intangible heritage of a Balkan country. It couldn�t be different with …

Built Heritage, Conservation, Heritage

Memories from the communist times in Albania

June 27, 2017October 26, 2017

One of the darkest periods for Albania is the Communist era. In this epoch, because people weren�t allow to voice their opinions, do something that …

Capturing Culture, Conservation, Europe, Heritage

Artefact Restoration: The Recreation of an Apollonian Shield

May 26, 2017May 13, 2017

An artefact is literally a fragment of the ancient world. To piece our distant past together, we must conserve and restore these objects to our …

Asia, Food Heritage, Intangible Heritage

The Gulab Jamun: Decadence & Indian Sweets

May 1, 2017April 27, 2017

The gulab jamun is decadent in its level of sweetness. It is one of the most indulgent Indian desserts. When I think about Indian food, …

#makeheritagefun, Capturing Culture, Europe, Food Heritage, Uncategorized

Albanian Traditional Cuisine: A Picnic at the Artificial Lake, Tirana

April 19, 2017April 17, 2017

Albania is known for its food that comes from various cities within the country. By having a little picnic with my friends, I decided to …

#makeheritagefun, Photo Stories, Student Program

Petrela: Castles, Nature and Tranquility

April 5, 2017April 6, 2017

As soon as one leaves Tirana on a�bus to�Petrela, you can start dreaming of how different can a weekend be spend outside�the capital of Albania. …

Arts and Crafts, Capturing Culture, Heritage

The Crafts of Albania: An Interactive Experience

March 5, 2017March 4, 2017

The manufacture of felt is distinct to Albania. Educating the younger locals about this practice enables them to understand the cultural and historical significance of …

#makeheritagefun, Arts and Crafts, Capturing Culture, Heritage, Uncategorized

Qeleshe: Albania’s Local Felt Hat

February 17, 2017September 24, 2017

The qeleshe is a local hat that is crafted in Kruja, Albania. Today, a few select artisans who can craft these accessories remain. Not …

Built Heritage, Discover, Photo Stories

Photowalk: The Evolution of Tirana

February 5, 2017February 7, 2017

Tirana has been the capital of Albania since 1924. The traces of earlier establishments related to the city are associated with a trove of archaeological …