Tirana is the capital and largest city of Republic of Albania. It was founded in 1614 by Suleman Pasha and became the capital of Albania in 1920.
Location of Tirana
Tirana is located in the eponymous district and county. It lies on the Ishm River. Tirana is Albania's major industrial centre. Tirana began to develop in the beginning of the 16th century.
Industries of Tirana
The principal industries include agriculture products and machinery, textiles, Pharmaceuticals, and metal products.
Education in Tirana
Tirana hosts the university of Tirana founded in 1957. In 2002, the first private university in Albania was opened in Tirana . The University of New York Tirana is an American-accredited university with hundreds of students offering American style education and diplomas in different areas of studies. The language of instruction is English. Tirana suffers the problems of overpopulation.
Transportation in Tirana
It does not have a port of its own. Tirana International Airport Neen Tereza is located 25 km northwest of the city. It also known as the Rinas Airport.
