This ruggedly beautiful city was once the heart of ancient empires
This open-air theatre was built almost 2500 years ago in a city you've probably never heard of.
This hot new Mediterranean destination doesn't hide its grisly past
Inside the Ministry of Spies, the air is cool and the museum is almost silent.
The new 'old Europe' is a land of blood and honey
A journey through the western Balkan nations of Albania, Kosovo and Macedonia shows a sobering history, a stark yet stunning beauty and resilience.
Open-door diplomacy
The Cold War paranoia is long gone and Albanians are confident their coastlines, forests and culture of hospitality will bring in the crowds, writes Glenn A. Baker.
Top 10 countries to visit in 2011
Lonely Planet has drawn on the knowledge, passion and kilometres travelled by its staff, authors and online community to present the Top 10 Countries to visit in 2011.
Smiled upon by saints
How many claims to fame can one ancient city have? Gemma Deavin finds out.
The lair and the tortoise
A taxi driver eyeing the wrong curves gives David Whitley a ride to remember.
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