Mother Teresa Square is a public space at the southern end of Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard in Tirana. The square’s open setting and nearby university, museum and boulevard landmarks make it a natural stop on a walk toward the Grand Park.
- Location: southern Tirana, at the end of Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard
- Nearby: the University of Tirana rectorate, Archaeological Museum and University of Arts
- Setting: an open, green public space
- Access: the square is listed as a stop on the Tirana City Tour route
Where Mother Teresa Square is
Mother Teresa Square (Sheshi “Nënë Tereza”) stands at the southern end of Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard in southern Tirana. Gherardo Bosio designed it between 1939 and 1941 as the boulevard’s terminus; the boulevard was then called the Imperial Boulevard.
The square was originally named Piazza Littorio and later took its name from Mother Teresa, an Albanian Catholic nun. Its broad, open layout gives the boulevard a clear endpoint and connects the central city with the area leading toward the Grand Park.
What to see around the square
The buildings around the square bring together university, museum and civic landmarks. The Archaeological Museum and the University of Tirana rectorate occupy the former Casa della Gioventù Littoria Albanese complex beside the square.
The University of Arts is housed in the former Casa del Opera del Dopolavoro Albanese, while the Polytechnic University occupies the former Casa del Fascio, also known as Palazzo Littorio. Along the boulevard are the Polytechnic University, Air Albania Stadium, Palace of Congresses and Presidency. The Artificial Lake is an easy walk from the square.
If you want to add another landmark to your walk, the Pyramid of Tirana visiting guide covers access and views. The square is an open, green space for walking and relaxing.
How do you get to Mother Teresa Square?
You can reach the square on foot or use local transport. The Tirana City Tour operator includes it as a hop-on, hop-off stop near the University of Tirana, Archaeological Museum and entrance to the Grand Park. Its route begins at Skanderbeg Square, and passengers can board at other stops along the route.
City buses run from 6 AM to 11 PM, with waits at stops of 3–10 minutes. For a different nearby walk, the Grand Park of Tirana guide covers routes and the lake.
Events and access considerations
Mother Teresa Square is an open public space. Opening hours, ticket fees and access arrangements for nearby university buildings are not stated; check the official site before you go if you plan to visit a building rather than the outdoor square.
The Presidential Office Building, Polytechnic University of Tirana and University of Arts are also points of interest around the square. Mother Teresa Square is about 0.6 km from La Suite Boutique Hotel, which offers four-star hotel rooms.
FAQs
Where is Mother Teresa Square in Tirana?
It is at the southern end of Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard in southern Tirana.
Which university buildings are beside the square?
The University of Tirana rectorate is in the former Casa della Gioventù Littoria Albanese complex. The University of Arts and Polytechnic University occupy former Italian-era buildings nearby.
Can you walk from Mother Teresa Square to the Artificial Lake?
Yes. The Artificial Lake is an easy walk from the square.
Does Mother Teresa Square have an entrance fee?
The square is an open public space. Opening hours and ticket fees are not stated.