Located in the heart of Shkodër, the Historical Museum features rich archaeological and ethnographic collections reflecting the city’s diverse past.Nearby, the Marubi National Museum of Photography, opened in 1970 in honor of Pietro Marubi, showcases over 50,000 photographs documenting Albanian life from the late 1800s to the early 20th century.Marubi, an Italian exile, established Albania’s first photography studio, capturing powerful portraits and everyday moments. While not all the archive is publicly displayed, the collection remains a unique visual record of the country’s.