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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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