Plazhi i Golemit, Sandy beach in Kavajë municipality, Albania.
Plazhi i Golemit is a sandy beach that extends for several kilometers along the Adriatic coast near Kavajë. The wide shoreline slopes gently into the water and is backed by Mediterranean pine trees that shade parts of the shore.
This beach began to develop in the late 20th century when Albania expanded its coastal tourism operations. The transformation turned a quiet stretch of shoreline into a destination where visitors could spend time by the sea.
Local restaurants near this beach introduce visitors to Albanian coastal cooking, with seafood dishes prepared using regional traditions. The food reflects how people here have long worked with what the sea provides.
The beach is easily accessible with plenty of accommodations and restaurants along the coast. The water entry is gentle and gradual, making swimming comfortable for families and visitors of all abilities.
The seafloor descends very gradually for about 100 feet (30 meters) before getting deeper, creating natural shallow zones. This gentle slope makes wading and swimming accessible for children and less confident swimmers in a naturally protected way.
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