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The Traditions of Albania refers to the
traditions,
beliefs,
values and
customs that belong within the
culture of the
Albanian people. Those traditions have influenced daily life in
Albania for centuries and are still practiced throughout Albania,
Balkans, and
Diaspora. The Albanians have a unique culture, which progressed over the centuries through its strategic geography and its distinct historical evolution.
Albania is home to various religious communities such as Muslims, Christians and Jews, and religious tolerance is among the most important values of the Albanian tradition. It is widely accepted, that Albanians are well known for those important values; the peaceful coexistence among the believers of different religions and beliefs in the country. [1] [2]
Albania is a very hospitable culture; hospitality is a fundamental custom of the local society and serving food is integral to the hosting of guests and visitors. It is not infrequent for visitors to be invited to eat and drink with locals. The medieval Albanian code of honor, called Besa, resulted to look after guests and strangers as an act of recognition and gratitude. [3]
See also
References
- ^ UNESCO. "Island of Peace: Documentary on Religious Coexistence in Albania". unesco.org. p. 1. Retrieved 22 July 2011.
- ^ BBC. "The country that's famous for tolerance". bbc.com. p. 1.
- ^ Mirjona SADIKU. "Page 1 A Tradition of Honor, Hospitality and Blood Feuds: Exploring the Kanun Customary Law in contemporary Albania" (PDF). js.ugd.edu.mk. pp. 11–14.
