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Where is Albania located in Europe?
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Albania is a country located in southern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. It is situated along the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea.12
The country shares borders with several nations:
* Northwest: Montenegro2
* Northeast: Kosovo2
* East: North Macedonia2
* Southeast and South: Greece2
Additionally, Italy is located approximately 50 miles (80 km) to the west across the Adriatic Sea.2