Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park

Karaburun Peninsula at sunset seen from Vlore.

The park's coverage area (green shaded areas encompassed by number '54')

Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park (Albanian: Parku Kombëtar Detar "Karaburun-Sazan") proclaimed in 2010 is the only national marine park of Albania.^[1] The park covers a marine area stretching 1-nautical-mile (1.9 km) along the coastlines of Karaburun Peninsula and Sazan Island near the Bay of Vlora. The marine park is 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) long, and covers 12,428 ha of surface in total. Karaburun Peninsula itself is a Managed Nature Reserve while Sazan Island is a military zone in Albania.

Landmarks

Sazan Island

In 2014, the Regina Blu ferry was established by a Radhime based hotel owner making trips to the above area and stopping along the secluded beaches.^[2] The marine park features ruins of sunken Greek, Roman and World War II ships, rich underwater fauna, steep cliffs and giant caves, ancient inscriptions of sailors on shore, secluded beaches, and breathtaking views of the coastline. Be advised that the park is located nearby military bases so permission may be required from local authorities first. The hiring of a professional local diver for serving as tour guide is strongly recommended. Roads are in inaccessible and the only way to reach the above areas is by sea.

References

1. ↑ Proclamation of Karaburun-Sazan as National Marine Park, April 2010
2. ↑ http://hotelregina.al/en/guide

See also

• Karaburun Peninsula, Albania
• Sazan Island
• Albanian Riviera
• Tourism in Albania
• Protected areas of Albania
• Pasha Liman Base
• Marine park

External links

• Karaburun on Albanian-Riviera.net
• TV Documentary on Sazan Island and Karaburun's Natural Heritage (Albanian), Youtube.com

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