Sazan (Albanian definite form: Sazani) is an Albanian uninhabited island in the Mediterranean Sea. The largest of Albania's islands, it is a designated military exclusion zone; it lies in a strategically important location between the Strait of Otranto and the mouth of the Bay of Vlorë, marking the border between the Adriatic and Ionian seas.

Albania will reopen a mysterious former military island this summer in hopes of increasing tourism to the country. Sazan Island, a former military base off the southwestern coast of Albania,...

Sazan is a small island of just under 6 square kilometers, located in Vlora’s bay, in the Otranto Channel. For decades, a large rock was an inaccessible military outpost and became one of Albania’s main tourist attractions.

2024年5月6日 · The largest island in Albania, Sazan Island, is located at the entrance of the Bay of Vlorë, separating Italy from Albania. It’s been open to tourists since 2015, and since then, it has become a pretty popular summer destination for curious travelers.

Sazan island is a unique natural spot in Albania, once having been a military base, now you can see the traits of it with the high number of bunkers that are found there. It is an amazing landscape, with diverse flora mixed with the mysteries of the past.

2017年4月7日 · The island of Sazan, a little over three miles off the coast of Albania, was for years a mystery to the general public—home to a military base that used to shelter more than 3,000 soldiers and...

2023年11月9日 · Located in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, Sazan is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by adventurous travelers. With its rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse wildlife, this island offers a truly unique and immersive experience for all who visit.

2023年11月22日 · Sazan Island, located in the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Albania, holds a tumultuous history that spans centuries. It has served as a strategic military outpost, a symbol of Albania’s dictatorship, and now, it is on a path to become a potential tourist destination.

Sazan is Albania's largest island. It was closed to the public for a long time due to a military base, but today it is a popular destination for boat trips from Vlorë.

2021年9月1日 · You can see how life might have been like on this island that lacked power and potable water for the 3000 soldiers under the Albanian Communist government. Stories tell of fierce battles that were fought here, with the secret coves of the island being used by pirates to hide their treasures.