Kukës County, Mountainous county in northeastern Albania
This administrative region in northeastern Albania comprises three municipalities: Has, Kukës, and Tropojë, with numerous towns and villages spread throughout the area. The county is defined by mountainous terrain and has a recently opened international airport.
Archaeological finds in villages like Këneta and Kolsh reveal that ancient Illyrian, Dardanian, and Roman settlements once existed here. These early traces show that people have lived in the region for thousands of years.
The people here keep alive traditional crafts like rug weaving and textile making that you can see in villages throughout the area. These handmade traditions remain woven into daily life and community identity.
The recently opened airport gives you a direct way to arrive in the region rather than relying only on overland routes. Because the terrain is mountainous, travel between municipalities takes time, so plan your movements accordingly.
The region shares borders with three countries—Montenegro, Kosovo, and North Macedonia—creating a meeting point where three nations converge in one area. It also contains part of the Albanian Alps, including the Maja Jezercë peak.
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