Date: 04/07/2026
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Nestled among the hills of Albania lies Berat, often called the “City of a Thousand Windows.”
Its white Ottoman-era houses climb the slopes in harmonious layers, overlooking the Osum River.
For centuries, people of different faiths and traditions lived together in this remarkable city.
Mosques, churches, and monasteries stand as testimonies to coexistence and mutual respect.
Berat is more than architecture.
It embodies a philosophy that cultural diversity enriches rather than divides communities.
UNESCO recognizes its historical significance, but the true heritage lies in the lives and memories of its people.
Travelers who wander through its stone streets discover not merely monuments but stories of resilience and harmony.
In an age of rapid change, Berat reminds us that preserving history is also preserving the values that shaped it.
Sometimes, the windows of old houses allow us to glimpse timeless truths.
Rajat Chandra Sarmah
Guwahati, Assam, India
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