"Marubi" National Museum of Photography. — Attraction in Shkodër Municipality

The Marubi National Museum of Photography in Shkodër, Albania, is a cultural gem that offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of photography and Albanian life. Housed in a beautifully restored building, the museum showcases the impressive collection of the Marubi family, pioneers in Albanian photography.

Visitors can explore an extensive archive of photographs dating back to the 19th century, capturing significant moments in Albanian history, daily life, and cultural events. The exhibits are well-curated, providing context and stories behind the images, making it an educational and engaging experience.

The museum is modern and well-organized, with interactive displays and multimedia presentations that enhance the visit. It's a must-visit for photography enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning more about Albania's rich cultural heritage.

The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to provide additional insights and answer questions. The museum also offers workshops and educational programs for those looking to delve deeper into the art of photography.

Located in the heart of Shkodër, the Marubi Museum is easily accessible and surrounded by charming cafes and restaurants, making it a perfect spot to combine cultural exploration with a relaxing day out. Overall, it's a highly recommended destination for a unique and...

From the minute we arrived in Shkodër, I fell in love with the place. Its people, its history, its nature, its museums and places of interest. Everyone is super polite, eager to help and the vast majority speak very good English. Yesterday however, on the 3rd day of our stay, I found the first impolite person here! The lady at the entrance of the Marubi museum! Unwilling to assist as one should, she looked so so bored being there! No smile, no Thank you, no goodbye! Wrong person for the position. The museum itself is expensive compared to what you pay at others here and has little to offer, considering that on the ground fl. the works are photocopies (this is what the lady told us) and on the first flour mostly black and white face photographs and photography equipment. The building’s design is modern, well maintained and easily accessible. Unlike everywhere else we’d been though, one can only pay with Lek which is a nuisance (maybe they should start accepting euros and cards?). what was also strange and sad, was that you can not buy the books with the history and works of the artists or collection copies! Overall not the experience we...

Overall this was the greatest experience I have had in Albania this many years. Right when you walk in, there was this girl that was always seen with a smile on her face, greeting you in the nicest way possible. She informed us about the prices, gave us the right pamphlets and also suggested that we start our tour from the second floor and finish with the dark room. The ambiance was great, and modern motives were so nicely embedded with the photographies that have resisted time. Every photography or item placed in the museum had its own explanations, written both in Albanian and English. I think if we should consider raising the standards of Albanian Culture and the way we present it, we should start by taking example from Marubi Exposè, National...