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    Posted 01 Oct 2024

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    Albania (Capital: Tirana)

    India opened new mission in Albania to boost its diplomatic footprint. 

    Detailed map of Albania, illustrating its specific location in Balkan regions.

    Political Features

    • Location: Southern Europe (western part of the Balkan Peninsula).
      • Balkan Peninsula is located between the Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Aegean and Black sea. 
    • Bordering Areas:  Montenegro (Northwest), Kosovo (Northeast), North Macedonia (East), Greece (Southeast and south).
    • Maritime Boundaries: Adriatic Sea (West) and Ionian Sea (Southwest). 

    Geographical Features 

    • Mountains: North Albanian Alps (extension of Dinaric Alps)
    • Highest Point: Mount Korab
    • Strait:  Otranto (connecting Adriatic Sea with Ionian Sea). 
    • Rivers: Drin,  Seman, etc. 
    • Tags :
    • Albania
    • Balkan Peninsula
    • Strait of Otranto
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