Koman: Holiday Apartment, Lake Koman and Early Medieval Culture

Lake Koman was created in 1985 following the construction of the Koman Dam and is characterised by deep gorges. Wooded mountains and cultural sites in and around Koman complete the picture of this destination.

Nature

Wooded mountains rise around Lake Koman, reaching elevations of 1,000 to 1,200 metres above sea level. The area around Lake Koman also has a diverse flora and fauna. The wooded mountains, the clearly defined elevation range, and the deep gorges give the lake its characteristic landscape structure, while the diversity of flora and fauna forms another component of the area.

Culture

Varreza e Lashtë e Komanit, a Category I cultural monument, is located in Koman. More than 150 graves have so far been excavated at the Old Cemetery of Koman. The cemetery dates from the 6th to the 9th century and is associated with the Koman culture, an early medieval Albanian culture dating from the 6th to the 8th century.

The archaeological site of Kalaja e Dalmacës is also located near Koman. It is of particular importance for research into early medieval Albanian culture. Archaeological excavations at Kalaja e Dalmacës uncovered jewellery, weapons, and other objects of material culture. The site also includes the ruins of churches. They attest to the presence of Christianity and the influence of Byzantine culture in the region during the early Middle Ages.

Water

Lake Koman is also the setting for various boat tours. One boat tour passes through the Molla Valley and includes stops for swimming, kayaking, and a lunch break. The boat tours offer free time until 3 p.m. for exploring, kayaking, trekking, swimming, and fishing. The activities mentioned therefore range from spending time directly by the water to exploring and exercising on land.

Vessels for transporting passengers, cars, and goods have been put into operation on Lake Koman for tourists and local residents. These vessels are therefore just as much a part of the lake’s character as the boat tours and the various uses mentioned there.

Also pay attention to the included services, price components, and booking and cancellation conditions. When comparing several offers, these fields help you identify differences objectively; they relate to the individual offer and not to Koman as a destination. The wording of the conditions should also be clear before booking. On the respective offer page, you can also check the exact location, type of accommodation, and intended occupancy. This keeps the characteristics of the individual offer clearly separate from Koman’s landscape and cultural features. A comparison can also show which price components are already included and which conditions need to be considered separately. The specific information stated in the respective offer is decisive.

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