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Velabisht

Berat County, Albania · Europe

About Velabisht

Velabisht is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Dushnik, 36km from Osum Canyon.

Velabisht is a town located in Berat County, Albania. With a population of 8,453, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Velabisht sits in Albania, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Tirane time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Velabisht to your route.

About Velabisht

The Hysen Pasha Mosque (Albanian: Xhamia e Hysen Pashës), also known as the Clock Mosque (Xhamia e Sahatit), is a mosque, located in Berat, Albania. Completed in 1670 CE, partially destroyed in c. 1967, and renovated in c. 1991, the mosque was designated as a Cultural Monument of Albania; and forms part of the

Read more Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastër, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was designated in 2005.

Read more on Wikipedia

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Velabisht offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Velabisht located?

Velabisht is located in Berat County, Albania, Europe. The coordinates are 40.7017 latitude, 19.9322 longitude.

What is the population of Velabisht?

Velabisht has a population of approximately 8,453 people, making it a town in Albania.

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Quick Information

Population
8,453
Continent
Europe
Country
Albania
Region
Berat County
Timezone
Europe/Tirane
Coordinates
40.7017, 19.9322

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Albania

Police
129
Ambulance
127
Fire
128
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Velabisht

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Berat (City of a Thousand Windows)

A UNESCO-listed Ottoman town famed for its rows of white houses with large windows climbing the hillside, crowned by a still-inhabited castle.

2 km · about 5 min drive

waterfall

Bogovë Waterfall

A waterfall in a wooded gorge above the village of Bogovë in the Osum valley, reached by a short walk from a village car park.

32 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Osum Canyon

A 13 km slot canyon carved by the Osum river near Çorovodë, with sheer 80 m walls, waterfalls and rim-side viewpoints along the mountain road south of Berat.

36 km · about 40 min drive

ancient ruins

Apollonia

A large Greek and Roman city site near Fier with a restored bouleuterion and an adjoining monastery museum, with on-site parking.

39 km · about 45 min drive

cathedral

Zvërnec Monastery

A tiny 13th-14th-century Byzantine monastery on a pine-covered islet in the Narta Lagoon north of Vlorë, reached by a long wooden footbridge over shallow water frequented by flamingos.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Velabisht

  • 63 kmLlogara PassA dramatic mountain pass along the Albanian Riviera at 1,027 meters, offering jaw-dropping aerial views of the Ionian coastline far below.
  • 66 kmAlbanian Riviera Coastal RoadThe SH8 coastal route between Dhërmi and Sarandë, running above Ionian beaches and cliffside villages with frequent pull-ins.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Velabisht.

Berat

🇦🇱 Albania

2 km awayPop. 62,232

Starovë

🇦🇱 Albania

2 km awayPop. 1,043

Dushnik

🇦🇱 Albania

4 km awayPop. 1,282

Uznovë

🇦🇱 Albania

4 km awayPop. 2,569

Otllak

🇦🇱 Albania

5 km awayPop. 9,218

Duhanas

🇦🇱 Albania

6 km awayPop. 1,274

Lapardha Një

🇦🇱 Albania

6 km awayPop. 1,724

Moravë

🇦🇱 Albania

7 km awayPop. 1,459

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