Shebenik-Jabllanicë National Park is one of Albania's most spectacular natural treasures and a unique destination for ecotourism, hiking, nature exploration and outdoor adventure. It covers an area of about 34 km000. hectares in the eastern part of the country, bordering North Macedonia, offering magnificent mountain landscapes, alpine meadows, deep river valleys and a rich mix of alpine ecosystems.
One of the most important attractions within the park are the ancient forests of Rrajca, included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.-s for their ecological values, as part of the “Ancient and Virgin Bread Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe”. These forests represent natural ecosystems that have survived for thousands of years, providing a rare habitat for characteristic flora and fauna not easily found elsewhere on the continent.
Shebenik–Jabllanica Park is also home to rare and threatened species, including the brown bear, gray wolf and Balkan salamander, as well as a wide range of wild birds, making it an ideal place for nature lovers and animal watchers.
For tourists, this park offers a range of recreational opportunities: nature walks and hiking on alpine trails, exploration of glacial lakes, panoramic photography, picnicking in meadows, and even opportunities for camping in suitable places under the open sky. The diverse terrain and natural beauties make this area a recommended destination for domestic and foreign visitors who want to experience the purest and most diverse nature of Albania.
