Quick Facts

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• ​Peqin means 'peaceful place'

• Peqin's ancient name was Claudiana.

• Peqin was founded by Romans back in 41 to 54 AD. 

• Egnatia road, built by Romans, goes through Peqin.

• Peqin has an exceptionally unique olive variety, with some olive trees          that are over 1000 years old!  

• The previous name of "Shkumbin" river was "Genusus".

• The traditional drink of Peqin is "Raki", known as "Eau de Vie" in French. 

• Every year Peqin hosts a unique "Turkey exhibition" event.

• Football in Peqin dates back to 1911, with Peqin's participation in the Football tournament of Fier Fair organized in April 1911.