Shijak
Albania · Qarku i Durr�sitAL
Municipality in Durrës, Albania
Shijak is a town and a municipality in Durrës County, west-central Albania. The municipality was formed at the 2015 local government reform by the merger of the former municipalities Gjepalaj, Maminas, Shijak and Xhafzotaj, that became municipal units. The seat of the municipality is the town Shijak. The total population is 27,861, in a total area of 92.24 km2. The population of the former municipality at the 2011 census was 7,568.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 14,138
- Coordinates
- 41.346, 19.567
- Timezone
- Europe/Tirane
- Elevation
- 34 m
Overview of Shijak
Shijak sits in Qarku i Durr�sit, Albania and reads as a small town. Some 14,138 inhabitants call it home. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Expect nature and nightlife to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Shijak
Nature in Shijak
(2)Under nature, Shijak is tagged with Caves and Rivers. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Shijak.
Nightlife in Shijak
(1)On the nightlife side, Shijak offers Festival. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Shijak. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Getting there & around
Reaching Shijak is easiest with a car once you are in Qarku i Durr�sit. Shijak runs on Europe/Tirane time.
Similar destinations
Places near Shijak that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shijak known for?
- In Qarku i Durr�sit, Albania, Shijak stands out for nature and nightlife. That mix defines the typical visit to this 14,138-strong destination.
- What can you do in Shijak?
- Options in Shijak run to Caves, Rivers and Festival — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Shijak located?
- You will find Shijak in Qarku i Durr�sit, Albania. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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