Albania

Albania's Dances

Albania

K’cimi of Tropojë — UNESCO-listed in 2024, this festive dance of Tropojë brings partners face to face with raised arms, circling steps and lively drum accompaniment.

Pogonishte — A social circle or line dance associated with the Pogon region and southern Albanian celebrations.

Shota — A popular Albanian dance especially associated with Kosovo Albanian cultural performances and celebrations.

Napoloni — A regional Albanian folk-dance repertoire item performed in staged and community settings; local variants merit further documentation.