History
How it came to be
The pool is a karst spring, coloured by the depth and clarity of the water welling up through the rock — a different place from the better-known Blue Eye near Sarandë in southern Albania. It sits along the Black River drainage reached from the hamlet of Nderlysa.
What You’ll See
On a visit
The intensely blue pool, the little waterfall that feeds it, and the clear stream running through the gorge. Some visitors brave a swim in the icy water, and the forested walk in is part of the experience.
How to Visit
Reached on a longer hike up the gorge from the Nderlysa area on rough mountain paths; allow a good part of the day and carry water and sturdy shoes.
Best Time
Summer, for the walk and the water
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Getting There
Good to Know
No. This is a separate spring pool in the Theth valley in the Albanian Alps, not the better-known Blue Eye of southern Albania near Sarandë.
Some visitors do, but the spring water is very cold year-round, so most just admire the colour and dip their feet.
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