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Independence Square
The place where the Independence of Albania was declared by Ismail Qemali on November 28, 1912. It is the most important historical point of the city.
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Sheshi i Pavarësisë (Independence Square), often associated with Sheshi i Flamurit (Flag Square) in Vlorë, is one of Albania’s most important historic public spaces. It commemorates the events surrounding Albania’s declaration of independence on 28 November 1912 and serves as both a national symbol and a central gathering place in the city.
Historical Significance
The square occupies a special place in Albanian national memory because Vlorë was the city where independence from the Ottoman Empire was proclaimed by Ismail Qemali in 1912. The area has become a focal point for commemorations, celebrations, and civic events connected to Albanian statehood.
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