Vermosh
Another interesting spot of the
Western Alps is Vermosh, part
of the northern-most moun-
tains of the country located 95
km from Shkodra in the region
of Kelmendi (named from the
Roman word “Clemens”, mean-
ing gentle, simple, and good).
The first thing to catch the
eye along the journey is Qafa
e Rrapshit where you can see
the crystal-clear waters of the
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Cemi River create a beautiful
contrast with the surrounding
landscape. During summer
the ponds of the river are per-
fect for sunbathing and many
visitors stop to lounge in the
sun and enjoy themselves.
Vermoshi stands in an alpine
field 1,100 m above sea level
surrounded by high slopes.
You can entertain yourself by
trekking, mountain climbing,
skiing, or fishing for moun-
tain trout. The locals pride
themselves that their cui-
sine is only truly enjoyable
for visitors when accented
by their own dairy prod-
ucts, so be sure to indulge.
The full journey among the
people of this Albanian re-
gion will give you not only the
chance to live between a myth-
ical atmosphere and the con-
temporary world, but will also
let you enjoy the renowned
hospitality mentioned by al-
most every foreigner who has
been fortunate enough to visit.
