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VlorVlor (Albanian: Vlor or Vlora) is the second largest port city of Albania, after Durrs, with a population of about 85,000 (2003 estimate). It is located in southwestern Albania, facing the Adriatic Sea, in the District of Vlor and County of Vlor at 40.48°N, 19.49°E. Vlor has also been known by the names Aulon and Valona. It is one of the oldest cities of Albania with traces of civilaztion dating back to the 6th century BC. Ismail Qemali declared Albanian independence from the Ottoman Empire in Vlor on November 28th, 1912. At this time Vlor became the capital of Albania. The city was invaded by Italy in 1914 and in 1939. In 1997, Vlor was the center of popular riots after the collapse of several fraudulent investment schemes that led to the downfall of the Sali Berisha administration, and almost precipitated the country into a civil war. Today Vlor is a touristic center with many hotels, recreational centers, and vast beaches. See also External links
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