Monument of Friendship

The Friendship Monument, a symbol of ties between Albania and Kuwait

In the heart of a peaceful little park in the centre of Tirana stands the Friendship Monument, a colourful contemporary work that contrasts with the capital's more classical statues. Inaugurated in 2016, it celebrates a singular diplomatic relationship. The Tirana audio-guided tour stops here to evoke the international friendships that accompanied the development of modern Albania.

A gift from Kuwait

The monument symbolises the close relations between Albania and Kuwait, a country that supported Albanian development. Offered by Kuwait and inaugurated in 2016, it presents itself as a sign of unity and camaraderie between the two nations. Its contemporary form and bright colours make it a work apart in the Tirana landscape, more used to statues of heroes and commemorative monuments.

What to see

The monument, colourful and decidedly modern, enlivens a pleasant little park in the centre, ideal for a break. People come to observe a contemporary work that tells, in its own way, of Albania's opening to the world after decades of isolation. It is a light stop, contrasting with the capital's history-laden sites and offering a moment of relaxation in the green.

Practical information

The Friendship Monument lies in a small park in the centre of Tirana, reachable on foot. It is an open-air work, freely visible in an open public space, with no ticket office. The park, flat and shaded, lends itself to a short break; it is enjoyed while strolling between the capital's main sites.

What does the Friendship Monument symbolise?

It symbolises the bonds of friendship between Albania and Kuwait; offered by Kuwait and inaugurated in 2016, it celebrates the unity between the two countries.

When was the Friendship Monument inaugurated?

It was inaugurated in 2016, in a small park in the centre of Tirana, as a symbol of relations between Albania and Kuwait.