The church of Theth Jul 3, 2014 | Cultural destinations, Destinations, Destinations in Theth Albania Cultural destinations The church of Theth In the year 1917, it was At Shtjefen Gjeçovi, who opened the first school in the Albanian language for Thethi kids. An unusual and beautiful church built in 1892 and still at the same spot with the same foundations until this very day. During the construction period, attached to the east wall was also the presbytery, where the priest used to live. The inhabitants of Thethi, from its inheritance, have been Roman Catholics. So, one of the first buildings here was the church. One of the most legendary priests, not only for Theth and the Catholic Church but the whole of Albanian culture, was Father Shtjefen Gjeçovi. He opened the school in the year 1917 and taught the children reading and writing in Albanian. The other priests of this church also followed this tradition. The year 1921 was an official date recognized by the government of the time as the school’s opening, with father Marjan Prela in charge. The Education Minister of the time was Ahmet Zogu, through an internal order, set aside the sum of 100 golden francs for the education of the children of Theth. In this church, for a short period, has also served Father Daniel Gjeçaj. Due to the installation of the atheist communist regime, he was forced to flee from Albania and serve the country from Italy. During the communist time, he kept contacts with all the Albanian immigrants abroad. One of his co-workers was also the great writer Martin Camaj, who would consult Father Daniel before he would publish any of his works. Thanks to the sons of Thethi, who live in the USA, the church today has been reconstructed and is in full service of the village, as during the Communist regime, it was damaged and made a health and pregnancy center. The Albanian Alps 2 days Tour to Theth National Park Visit Theth Albania Visit Albanian Alps Contact us Would you like to visit this destination? We will find the perfect tour or create a custom tour so you can visit and enjoy this destination and more. 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
Thethi religious feasts. Jun 6, 2014 | Cultural destinations Cultural destinations Thethi religious feasts. Thethi has 2 big religious feasts which are celebrated as per Albanian tradition (customs) 15 August is the feast of Assumption of Mary 15 August is the feast of Assumption of Mary and is celebrated with the daughters married away from the village, and on this date, they come back in the family where they grew up together with their children 26 December is the feast of Saint John 26 December is the feast of Saint John and is celebrated with villagers of Thethi and the people who come from other villages that have friendship between them. It is one of the most important feasts of Shala and is celebrated in a lovely way. Contact us Would you like to visit this destination? We will find the perfect tour or create a custom tour so you can visit and enjoy this destination and more. 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
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 We are sorry but cant accept new tour bookings for the moment! Book Now 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 See all the tours Follow us FollowFollowFollowFollowFollow Book in advance to ensure the availability of a professional guide, primarily. For a more specific request please ask us a quote Call now for the best offer English Speaking Phone 00355 69 60 15 771 FollowFollowFollowFollowFollow Send us an email with your details Reserverations email info@thethi-guide.com