Dance In Albania

picture info	Dance In Albania The following is an incomplete list of traditional dances in Albanian culture, because each region has its own dances: Traditional Albanian clothing, dances, and folklore are showcased in several festivals including the Gjirokastër National Folklore Festival in Gjirokastër; Sofra Dardane every June in Bajram Curri; Oda Dibrane in Peshkopi; Logu I Bjeshkeve every August in Kelmend; Cham Dance Festival in Saranda; and other festivals in various Albanian cities. See also Gjirokastër National Folklore Festival References External links {{DEFAULTSORT:Albanian dances Dances Dances Albania Albania ( ; or ), officially the Republic of Albania (), is a country in Southeast Europe. It is located in the Balkans, on the Adriatic Sea, Adriatic and Ionian Seas within the Mediterranean Sea, and shares land borders with Montenegro to ... ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
picture info	Albanian Culture Albanian culture or the culture of Albanians ( ) is a term that embodies the Albanian art, artistic, Albanian cuisine, culinary, Albanian literature, literary, Music of Albania, musical, Politics of Albania, political and Traditions of Albania, social elements that are representative of ethnic Albanians, which implies not just Albanians of the country of Albania but also Albanians of Kosovo, North Macedonia and Montenegro, where ethnic Albanians are a native population. Albanian culture has been considerably shaped by the Geography of Albania, geography and history of Albania, Kosovo, parts of Montenegro, parts of North Macedonia, and parts of Northern Greece, traditional homeland of Albanians. It evolved since ancient times in the western Balkans, with its peculiar Albanian language, language, Albanian paganism, pagan beliefs and practices, Albanian tribes, way of life and Traditions of Albania, traditions. Albanian culture has also been influenced by the Ancient Greeks, Ancient ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Vallja E Shotës Shota ( indefinite Albanian form: Shotë), Vallja e Shotës or K'cimi i Shotës is an Albanian dance originating in northern Albania and Kosovo. It is an important symbol of Albanian sentiment and patriotism. A professional ensemble from Pristina was established in 1950 by ethnic Albanians of Kosovo as one of the ensembles of Yugoslavia, and was named 'Shota' after the Albanian traditional dance. The Albanian traditional dance was originally choreographed by the Shota ensemble. Along with the Rugova sword dance, Shota is among the Albanian traditional dances that were adopted and performed by other ensembles of Yugoslavia, such as Kolo from Serbia and Tanec from Macedonia. It acquired popularity and was also adopted by many amateur groups within Yugoslavia, also spreading in other regions of Southeast Europe. The dance involves synchronised steps and a strong rhythm. It is commonly played at weddings, folk festivals and other events. History Shota originated as a traditional Al ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]
	Vallja E Tropojës Vallja e Tropojës is a traditional Albanian folk dance originating from the region of Tropojë in northern Albania. Known for its dynamic and rhythmic movements, the dance is an important cultural expression that reflects the history, social values, and traditions of the region. Traditionally performed by groups in a circle or line, it is accompanied by traditional Albanian instruments. As a testament to its importance, the Vallja e Tropojës under the name of K'cimi dancing of Tropojë has been inscribed on the UNESCO The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO ) is a List of specialized agencies of the United Nations, specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) with the aim of promoting world peace and International secur ... Intangible Cultural Heritage List in December 2024. See also * List of Albanian dances * List of Intangible Cultural Heritage elements in Albania * List of World Heritage Sites in Albania References {{Au ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu]