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Welcome to the Mosaic of Tirana

A unique archaeological site showcasing Albania's rich antiquity heritage through a classic Roman villa rustica that evolved over centuries, now hosted within an award-winning modern building where history can also be discovered through interactive multimedia installations.

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Mozaiku i Tiranës site beneath its perforated protective canopy on a clear day, the central amphora visible.
The award-winning modern pavilion of Mozaiku i Tiranës, its perforated canopy sheltering the Roman villa excavation, with the city beyond.
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Roman Villa and the Mosaic of Tirana

A new building with modern architecture stands today as a bridge between the past and the future. This contemporary cultural station is specifically designed to protect and display ancient ruins, offering a space where open architecture, millennial history, and interactive digital installations come together. This site is an ideal destination for the whole family, where adults discover heritage and children learn through play and entertainment.

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Gallery interior with hanging information panels depicting Albanian mosaic traditions.
Multimedia Installations

Travel Through Time via Technology

Inside the site, history and technology merge to offer you a completely immersive experience. Visitors will find multimedia and interactive installations specially designed to bring the past to life in an engaging way for all ages. Through these, you will have the unique opportunity to witness the digital restoration of the ancient mosaics firsthand and travel back in time thanks to a stunning 3D reconstruction of the Roman Villa. This innovative space transforms your visit from a simple observation into an interactive and educational journey through the centuries.

Discover the Installations
The award-winning modern pavilion of Mozaiku i Tiranës, its perforated canopy sheltering the Roman villa excavation, with the city beyond.

Here is the starting point of a city that never stopped living.

Mosaic of Tirana

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Children in high-visibility vests brushing away sand to reveal a mosaic during a Little Archaeologist workshop at the site.
The Little Archaeologist

The Little Archaeologist

A dedicated programme for children, where excavation, classification, and the study of the ancient world become a hands-on experience. In partnership with public and private schools, we invite young students to become the first archaeologists of their own history.

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The Mosaic of Tirana welcomes schools, university groups, cultural delegations, and organised parties. Write to us to arrange a guided visit in Albanian or English.

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