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Vlorë (Albanian pronunciation: [ˈvlɔ:ɾə]) is the third most populous city of the Republic of Albania. It is the capital of the surrounding Vlorë County, one of 12 constituent counties of the country. Located on the southeastern Adriatic Sea, it is one of the country's southernmost dominant economic and cultural centers.

Vlorë was founded as an Ancient Greek colony in the sixth century BC under the name of Aulon and has been continuously inhabited ever since. It became the seat of a bishopric. In modern times, the city served briefly as the capital of Albania. Notably Albanian Declaration of Independence was proclaimed here on November 28 in 1912. Culturally and economically it is one of the most significant cities of southwestern Albania. Vlorë is home to Albania's second largest port, the Port of Vlorë. Vlorë was created in antiquity as a Greek colony in the territory of Illyria. Its first name was Aulón.

Vlorë is located in southern Albania and the administrative center of the homonymous municipality seat of Vlorë County. It is situated on the Bay of Vlorë, an inlet on the Adriatic Sea, almost surrounded by the Ceraunian Mountains. The Port of Vlorë is closer in proximity than any other to the port of Bari, Apulia in southeastern Italy, and is just 70 nautical miles (130 km) from Salento's coasts. Sazan Island is nearby, strategically located at the entrance to the Bay of Vlorë. 

Vlorë has a Mediterranean climate with cool wet winters and hot, dry summers with temperatures exceeding 30 °C (86 °F) in July and August.

Bay of Vlorë, tourism is one of the city most significant economic sectors.

Tourism has become a major industry in recent years, with many hotels, recreational centers, and vast beaches. The city has a good view over the Bay of Vlorë, which is considered the frontier between the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea. The Island of Sazan is close-by, at the entrance to the bay. Italy is just 80 kilometres (50 miles) away. With 300 sunny days per year is a good location to stay for business or vacations. Some nearby beaches include Palasë, Dhermi, Vuno, Himara, Qeparo and Borsh.