<h3 data-start="86" data-end="160">axhi Ali Cave – A Pirate’s Hideaway on the Karaburun Peninsula</h3>
<p data-start="162" data-end="238"><span class="relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out">Nestled in the rugged limestone cliffs of Albania’s Karaburun Peninsula, just a short boat ride from Vlorë, lies the mysterious <strong data-start="128" data-end="146">Haxhi Ali Cave</strong> (Shpella e Haxhi Aliut). This magnificent sea cave, accessible only by boat, is a true spectacle—fit for adventurers, history fans, and nature lovers alike.</span></p>
<h4 data-start="240" data-end="283">🌊 A Natural Marvel & Historical Relic</h4>
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<p data-start="286" data-end="364"><span class="relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out"><strong data-start="0" data-end="23" data-is-only-node="">Vast and Impressive</strong>: Approximately 30 m long, up to 12 m wide, and 18 m high, its arched entrance resembles a giant cathedral door carved by the sea</span> .</p>
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<p data-start="367" data-end="445"><span class="relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out"><strong data-start="0" data-end="17" data-is-only-node="">Pirate Legend</strong>: Named after Haxhi Aliu, an Albanian sailor-warrior from Ulcinj, who is said to have used the cave as a refuge during naval battles.</span></p>
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Haxhi Ali Cave is more than just a breathtaking coastal spectacle—it’s an immersive journey through time, from pirate lore to ancient trade routes, all set against the wild beauty of Albania's Adriatic coast.
