TIRANA, April 28 – Brussels-based European Best Destinations organisation has recommended the Ksamil islands in southernmost Albania along the country’s Riviera as one of Europe’s best beaches for 2016.
“The four marvellous Ksamili islands only 8.9 ha when measured together feature some of the most unspoiled beauty in all Albania. They remain covered in lush, green vegetation throughout the year, and can only be accessed by small boats. The clear water surrounding these islands makes the pristine beaches in the area that much more special,” writes the European Best Destinations.
Back in 2015, the prestigious Business Insider magazine also rated the Ksamil beach as one of Europe’s undiscovered gems.
“Ksamil Beach, Albania — Along with the rest of Albania, this remains one of Europe’s undiscovered gems,” wrote the prestigious American portal.
Located in the southern part of the Albanian Riviera, Ksamil is a popular destination only 15 kilometers south of Saranda and in the vicinity of the archaeological UNESCO site of Butrint.
“Ksamil has three small, dreamy islands within swimming distance and dozens of beachside bars and restaurants that open in the summer,” says the Lonely Planet tourist guide which in 2011 placed Albania as a top undiscovered destination.
While a quiet village throughout the year, Ksamil becomes quite overcrowded with tourists during summer.The small islands are the main attraction, also featuring a number of isolated beaches.
