The history and population in Theth Jun 4, 2014 | Blogs from Albanian AlpsThe first official mention of Theth is in a document of 1485 coming from Shkodra, when the village numbered seven houses. In the sixteenth century, during the Ottoman invasion, the ownership of the valley was transferred from the Sandjak of Shkodra to Peja. Today it belongs to the district of Shkodra. Most Theth families can be traced back to the legendary figure of Ded Nika, who is thought to have lived nine to twelve generations earlier. Collective memory sustains the belief that migration to Theth from the lower Shala valley took place around 300 to 350 years ago in order to avoid conversion to Islam. Although the individual hamlets of Theth do not belong exclusively to a single fis (clan or large family), each is dominated by one such family which owns the surrounding Alpine pastures. In most of these hamlets operated a communal mill. Durham described Theth as a bajrak of some 180 houses and also observed that it was almost free from the tradition of blood feud (known in the Albanian language as Gjakmarrja) which so blighted other parts of the Albanian highlands. Children for Thethi Year 1921 Road to Theth When the road to Theth opened in 1936, it heralded a new era for the entire region. Theth acquired its own electricity supply in 1966. The tourism complex (Campeggio), with its well-built hotel and numerous wooden bungalows dating from 1968, once afforded many Albanian families the opportunity to holiday in natural surroundings; since the unrest of 1991, however, it lies in ruins. Much is being done to revive tourism in the region, but this is currently restricted to eco-friendly bed & breakfast tourism in private accommodation. By 1991 Theth was made up of nine hamlets with a total of 280 houses and formed the geographic centre of the Dukagjin region. The population was estimated at that time to be around 7000 inhabitants. But the school had difficulty finding teachers on account of the remote location, and the lack of teaching staff was a major reason why families with children migrated to the towns and cities or moved abroad. This drift towards the cities has become a major problem since the political watershed, leading to the state of virtual depopulation we find today and the serious consequences this has brought with it. Nowadays only a few families spend the entire year in the valley. Most do not sell their houses, coming – if at all – to spend a few days or weeks during the summer holidays.
2 days Tour to Theth National Park May 23, 2014 | Tours, Tours in Theth STARTING FROM €85/PERSON 2 days Tour to Theth National Park This is a private individual tour without a guide to the heart of Albanian Alps, Thethi National Park. Overview This tour was thought and offered by local people of Thethi, who will not provide you just a guide, but you will dive into this local lifestyle and have a unique experience from this remote wild area of Thethi National Park, part of the Albanian Alps. Wild because nature is still untouched, unexplored, and unbeaten paths. In two days you will have the possibility to relax, enjoy the beauty of the main destinations of Thethi, like the waterfall and canyon, the Blue Eye and Stone Groves, the church and the lock-in tower, the accommodation in traditional guesthouses called ‘Kulla’; have a dinner with local homemade and organic food and experience Albanian welcoming in person. Inclusions Dinner x1 Breakfast x1 Accommodation x 1 Private transportation Tirana hotel door to Thethi guesthouse door Local transfer to blue eye x 1 Exclusions Lunch Entry ticket to Lock-in tower (extra 2 eur/person) Gratuities Drinks Local guide (optional on extra charge 100 eur x 2 days) Everything else not mentioned above Departure & Return Departure Point: Tirana, from Hotel Door. Shkodra, from Hotel Door. Departure Time 07.30 AM – Tirana 08.00 AM – Shkodra Drop off: at the guesthouse door in Thethi. Return: At the last stop in Tirana, at Zogu i Zi square. Itinerary Day 1: Tirane – Shkodra – Thethi National Park The departure from Tirana is from 07:30 AM. After around 4 hours of drive, you will reach Thethi accommodation around 10:30 AM. Pass By: Qafe e Thores On the way to Thethi an optional stop could be at Qafe e Thores, at the highest point of the way to Thethi at 1700 m, where you can enjoy the view of the high peaks around. Stop at: Thethi Valley – Stone Groves – Blue Eye Accommodation around 10:30 AM. Drop off the luggage at the guesthouse. Meet and greet with the host and continue alone to the attractions as proposed in this tour itinerary. The Stone Groves of Nderlysa are some rock formations, rose color, created by the abundant flow of black river water descending from the village of Kaprre in Thethi valley, are the first attraction we will meet after 90 min easy walking in the middle of nature along Thethi’s river. After a short break here, the tour will proceed toward the Blue Eye, for 50 min moderate hiking. Blue Eye of Theth, placed in Kaprre, is a deep blue water hole in the middle of the woods furnished from the Black River. Until the Blue Eye is a hiking route and takes about 40 to 60 minutes of regular walking. This attraction is an unexpected beauty. Don’t forget to bring your swimming ware because you can swim at both attractions explained above. 1.5 hours way back at the guesthouse by walking. A local transfer is arranged by us. Duration: 6-7 hours of total walking time Difficulty: easy to moderate Dinner around 7.30 PM Day 2: Thethi Waterfall – Grunasi Canyon – Lock-in Tower – St. John Church After the breakfast in the guesthouse, starting at 09:00 AM, you may visit Grunasi Waterfall and Grunasi Canyon. On the way back from these attractions, you will relax in Thethi’s meadows and visit Saint John Church, and the Lock-in Tower (extra charge ticked). Return at the guesthouse at around 12.00 and be ready for the minivan pick up to Shkodra/Tirana. Room Check out – immediately after breakfast. Duration: 3 hours Difficulty: Easy Additional Info Confirmation will be received at time of booking Not wheelchair accessible Not recommended for travelers with back problems Not recommended for pregnant travelers No heart problems or other serious medical conditions Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate Cancellation Policy For a full refund, cancel at least 5 days in advance of the start date of the experience. Price Prices € 260.00/person – Starting from 2 people Prices € 220.00/person – group of 3 – 4 people Prices € 180.00/person – group of 5-6 people 1 2 days Tour to Theth National Park Nameyour full nameicon-user Last Nameicon-user Emaila valid emailemail Phoneicon-phone Dateof appointmentdate_range Number of personsno-icon Select a time:05:30 am06:00 am06:30 am Pickup Location0 / Commentsmore details0 / Total Price : [(155*field10)] € Book Tour keyboard_arrow_leftPrevious Nextkeyboard_arrow_right FormCraft - WordPress form builder Make a request Ask us for more info Messagge us via whatsapp00355 682046333 Send us an email with your details Reserverations email info@thethi-guide.com See all the tours Follow us FollowFollowFollowFollowFollow Book in advance to ensure the availability of a professional guide, primarily. 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Ndue Praces Tower Apr 4, 2014 | Accommodation in Theth, Thethi-Hotels Theth Albania Ndue Praces Tower Ndue Praçe’s Tower is located near the center of Theth, in the neighborhood “Gjeçaj”. This characteristic tower was built in 1820 and was reconstructed in 2011. It is built with carved stones outside and with woodwork inside. Booking & Contact Email : agetinabardeli@hotmail.fr Telefon: +355686931522 Room Rates Starting From €35 per night On the base floor is the kitchen, where foods get prepared. On the first floor there is a lounge area of 40 m2, including a big dining table, a fireplace and a heating stove. On this floor, in addition to the salon, is also a bathroom, which includes toilet and shower. On the second floor there are two bedrooms, each has respectively: three single beds + a clothing rack + three personal comedies + a table with three chairs + cooler + balcony. On the third floor are two bedrooms, one of which is with three single beds (with a personal comedy) and the other has two single beds (which can be joined together) + a bed for children (with two comedies). These rooms include: a refrigerator + a clothing rack + a bathroom (shower and toilet). External environments are green, surrounded by various trees as plums, hazelnuts, walnuts, etc. These environments also include fields with crops of the season and decorative flowers. The area around the tower has tables with umbrellas, which enable the eating outdoors (nature). In addition to dining tables, there are some special tables with benches, made with oak wood to relax with coffee or refreshments. The tower is bounded by the Shala River, where beyond the bridge; the brothers Zef and Kolë Toma have built several springs (water resources) in 1905. These springs were reconstructed in 2011 by their grandson Ndue Praçe, making them functional again and allowing tourists to drink fresh mountain water. Also is provided a special environment for camping with tents, where to the vacationers is also made available a cooking place in the nature + electricity + warm water for showers. The facilities include parking spaces for the means of transport and a volleyball court for all holidaymakers. Our guest house offers traditional food for the tourist, where all the ingredients are produced there by the family, as for example: bread wheat and maize, cow’s milk, butter, cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, meat and all kinds of fresh vegetables. Shower Room Facilities Balcony Room Facilities Desk Room Facilities Free toiletries Room Facilities toilet Room Facilities Bathroom Room Facilities Carpeted Room Facilities Hardwood/Parquet Room Facilities Standart rates in Alps Average €35/night No matter if you want to visit and stay in Theth, Valbone, Komani Lake, Shala River, Lepushe or Curraj we can find an accommodation for you. Call now for the best offer English Speaking Phone 00355 69 60 15 771 Send us an email with your details Reserverations email info@thethi-guide.com FollowFollowFollowFollowFollow Ndue Praca Theth Location
