Institutions and events
The main cultural institutions of Tirana are the National Theater, the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet of Albania, and the National Arts Gallery (Galeria Kombëtare e Arteve). Performances of renowned world composers are regularly performed by the Symphonic Orchestra of the Albanian Radio and Television.
The city serves as a venue for the Tirana Biennale, Tirana Jazz Festival, Summer Day, White Night on 28 November, Rally Albania, Netet e Klipit Shqiptar, and Tirana Fashion Week. Tirana has been redesigning its identity to a more Mediterranean city lined with cafes and a "vibrant" nightlife.
Landmarks
Tirana has seen the reconstruction of historic landmarks. The town is home to the following natural and historical sites:
Tirana Castle the historical core of the capital around Murat Toptani Street
Clock Tower of Tirana and the nearby Museum of Clock Towers of Albania
Et'hem Bey Mosque
Tabak Bridge
National Historic Museum
Skanderbeg Square as a monumental ensemble
Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard, a panoramic avenue built by the Italians
Blloku, the nightlife area of the capital
Dajti Mountain, overlooking the city and accessible via cable car
Prezë Castle
Petrelë Castle
Tirana Mosaic
Kapllan Pasha's Grave
Tirana Archaeological Museum
Natural Sciences Museum of Albania
Sali Shijaku Traditional House
Big Park on the Artificial Lake
St Paul's Cathedral
Orthodox Church of the Holy Evangelical
Zemra e Krishtit Catholic Church of Tirana
Sheh Dyrri Teqe and Global Bektashi Centre
Dervish Hatixhe Tekke
Tirana New Bazaar
Brari Canyon
Tirana is home to five well-preserved traditional houses (museum-houses), 56 cultural monuments, eight public libraries, and the National Library of Albania
