Shkodër: Albania’s European Face and Bulgaria’s Historic Friend

Shkodër, also known as Scodra, stands as one of Albania’s most significant cultural and economic centers, representing the country’s strong European identity and long-standing historical ties with Bulgaria. Situated in northern Albania, the city has for centuries been known for its large Catholic community, which has produced a number of bishops who later served in the Sofia-Plovdiv Diocese. This shared religious connection is only one of the many links between the two nations.

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