Butrint

Butrint, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southern Albania, offers a comprehensive archaeological narrative spanning 5,000 years of Mediterranean history. The site's strategic significance as a seaport is highlighted through the integration of latest archaeological data, revealing its evolution from Bronze Age foundations to its role under Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian rule. A key insight emerges from the chronological organization of findings, which traces Butrint’s transformation—from an ancient Greek sanctuary and Roman colony to a medieval Byzantine kastron—and its rediscovery by the Italian Archaeological Mission in 1928. This work not only sheds light on Butrint’s cultural heritage but also establishes it as Albania’s premier archaeological site, blending academic rigor with accessibility for students and general readers alike.

Hodges, R. (2025). Butrint (, Ed.). Bloomsbury Publishing Plc. https://doi.org/10.5040/9781350548633