Archaeological City of Butrint - Great Attractions (Albania)
Geo Beats
2011-03-16
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Take a tour of Archaeological City of Butrint in Albania – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
The Archaelogical City of Butrint in Albania resides on the Greek border.
Butrint once served as a port from the Hellenistic era to the Ottoman Empire because of its ideal position in an inlet of the Adriatic Sea.
Italian archaeologists first began excavations in 1928 and the uncovering of the ancient city soon followed.
The wondrous site has been sensitive to the turmoil which has surrounded it, and was especially at risk during political conflict in 1997.
Located atop a hill, the site contains incredible views of the surrounding Butrint National Park.
The mysteries of the Archaeological City of Butrint are sure to inspire all who visit.
The Archaelogical City of Butrint in Albania resides on the Greek border.
Butrint once served as a port from the Hellenistic era to the Ottoman Empire because of its ideal position in an inlet of the Adriatic Sea.
Italian archaeologists first began excavations in 1928 and the uncovering of the ancient city soon followed.
The wondrous site has been sensitive to the turmoil which has surrounded it, and was especially at risk during political conflict in 1997.
Located atop a hill, the site contains incredible views of the surrounding Butrint National Park.
The mysteries of the Archaeological City of Butrint are sure to inspire all who visit.
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