Durres Collection

Durazzo, from Journals of a Landscape Painter in Albania and Greece
BBC197660 Durazzo, from Journals of a Landscape Painter in Albania and Greece, published 1851 (colour litho) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Albania, Durres, citadel wall

Albania, Durres, elevated port view

Albania, Durres, beachfront promenade and Communist-era statue

Serbian army with their King Peter moving towards Durazzo
LLM462534 Serbian army with their King Peter moving towards Durazzo by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Austro-Hungarian destroyers Triglav and Lika sunk in front of Durres (colour litho)
2777511 Austro-Hungarian destroyers Triglav and Lika sunk in front of Durres (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

In the shaky kingdom of Albania, the rebels flee around the Durres lagoons... (colour litho)
2815659 In the shaky kingdom of Albania, the rebels flee around the Durres lagoons... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the shaky kingdom of Albania)

The Venetian fleet led by Captain Ivanovich da Dabrota against Turkish Pirates at Durazzo
TPG89991 The Venetian fleet led by Captain Ivanovich da Dabrota against Turkish Pirates at Durazzo, 1756 (oil on canvas) (b&w photo) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo Storico Navale, Venice

Illyrian writing engraved on stone. 2nd century BC. From Du
Illyrians, group of Indo-European tribes who inhabited part of the western Balkans in antiquity. Illyrian writing engraved on stone. 2nd century BC. From Durres. Archaeological Museum. Tirana. Albania

King Peter I of Serbia - capture of Durres from the Ottomans
King Peter I of Serbia (1844-1921, reigned from 1903 - 1921) in all his regal finery on horseback astride the border of Serbia and Albania

Durres (Drac, Durazzo), Albania - The Harbour and port Officials House. Date: circa 1906

The Fort at Durres (Durazzo) - Albania
Fifty miles south of Shkoder on the Bay of Durres - an inlet on the Adriatic Sea

A wooden house in Durres. Durres on the coast. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Europe, Albania. Blue Eye Spring, in forest surrounding Durres, natural spring of cold water

Durres (Durazzo), Albania. Located on the central Albanian coast at one of the narrowest sections of the Adriatic Sea. Date: circa 1910s

The Naval Academy at Durres (Durazzo) - Albania

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Durres, a city steeped in history and brimming with captivating tales of conquest and resilience. From the ancient Illyrian writing engraved on stone dating back to the 2nd century BC, to the journals of a landscape painter capturing the beauty of Durazzo in Albania and Greece. The citadel walls stand tall, whispering secrets of bygone eras as they overlook the bustling city below. The elevated port view offers a glimpse into Durres' maritime heritage, where ships once docked laden with treasures from distant lands. Strolling along the beachfront promenade, one cannot help but notice the imposing Communist-era statue that stands as a reminder of Albania's complex past. It serves as a testament to its people's unwavering spirit amidst turbulent times. In historical accounts, we witness Serbian armies marching towards Durazzo under King Peter's command. Their determination echoes through time as they sought victory against their Ottoman adversaries. The Austro-Hungarian destroyers Triglav and Lika met their fate in front of Durres' shores - an event captured vividly in color lithographs that depict both tragedy and heroism. Amidst political unrest, rebels sought refuge around Durres' lagoons during Albania's shaky kingdom days. Their desperate flight paints a picture of struggle against uncertain odds. Centuries earlier, Venetian fleets led by Captain Ivanovich da Dabrota clashed with Turkish pirates at Durazzo. This historic battle showcases not only bravery but also highlights Durres' strategic significance throughout history. As we gaze upon Illyrian writings engraved on stones from centuries ago, we are reminded that this land has witnessed countless triumphs and tribulations over time. And yet it continues to thrive today – an enduring testament to human resilience and perseverance. Durres is more than just a city; it is an embodiment of history itself – etched onto its streets, woven into its culture, and carried in the hearts of its people.