The Blue Eye of Albania

The Blue Eye of Albania
Photo by Marc Morell/ GFDL

Today, I visited Syri i Kalter, also known as the Blue Eye. As the name suggests, it is a natural spring with crystal clear blue water that creates an optical illusion of an eye. My sensors measured the water temperature at 10 degrees Celsius and the depth at 50 meters. The surrounding lush green forest and the chirping of birds provided a peaceful atmosphere. The locals believe that the Blue Eye is a magical place and throw coins in it for good luck. I compared this place with Valbona Valley National Park and found it to be unique. Unlike Valbona, the Blue Eye is a small but mesmerizing natural wonder.

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