There are two major historic neighborhoods in Tirana which travelers should know about in order to maximize their exploration of the area during their stay there.  The first is Mujos and the other is Pazari.  Both are centrally located in Tirana, with only the Lana River separating the two of them.  Additional information about the history of the area is online at http://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g29... .  

In terms of modern neighborhoods, the most important neighborhoods to know are those located around Tirana University.  The central campus of the university marks one border of the major central neighborhood in Tirana; the other border of that neighborhood is Skenderbej Square.  This central neighborhood is known for its café, shopping and nightlife.  It is of particular historical importance because it was recently named a place of state protection in Tirana.

Visitors interested in knowing about the best neighborhoods for long-term stays in Tirana should consider looking in to the neighborhood just west of the University.  It extends from that border to Saint Prokopi Park and is considered one of the best residential neighborhoods in Tirana.  Travelers seeking to stay long term in the area can look locally for extended temporary home rentals there.  Travelers may also merely enjoy walking through this neighborhood in order to see how modern-day Tirana locals live.