New visitor centre at Byllis Archaeological Park expected to open next year

TIRANA, Nov 9 /ATA/Work on the construction of a new multifunctional centre at the Byllis–Klos Archaeological Park is well underway, with the facility expected to be completed next year, Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja has announced.

Construction teams are currently focusing on reinforcement work and the erection of the building’s structural framework, marking another stage in the development of the project.

The project has involved a lengthy preparatory phase, including the approval of technical plans, the granting of the necessary permits and the completion of procurement procedures.

Archaeological surveys have also been carried out at the construction site. Excavations uncovered and documented about 60 funerary structures, shedding new light on the history of the ancient site. The findings have also helped determine how construction work should proceed while safeguarding the area’s archaeological heritage.

 

The centre is expected to offer a range of facilities for visitors, including exhibition spaces, heritage interpretation areas and facilities for research and conservation, alongside venues for cultural and educational events.

Work is also under way on the site’s supporting infrastructure, with plans to upgrade outdoor spaces, provide parking facilities and improve access and safety throughout the archaeological park.

 

The investment aims to enhance the visitor experience and raise the profile of the cultural heritage at Byllis-Klos Archaeological Park, further developing its appeal as a destination for cultural tourism.

The investment is being carried out under the EU for Economic Development programme, through its Tourism-led Local Economic Development initiative, which focuses on cultural heritage. It is co-funded by the European Union and the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and implemented by AICS Tirana in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports and the relevant institutions.

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