One of the most known destinations in Albania, in the center of the country, is Pllaja e Dumresë (Dumre Plateau). Dumre is located between the river Shkumbin and the river Devoll which make also Dumre’s natural borders.

Belsh is the most known city in the area that stands as a central point of Dumre. The city of Belsh has played a significant role in the cultural and historical aspect of Albanian ancient times – namely since the Early Bronze Age.

The geographical location, alongside the interurban road that connects the north with the south of Albania, once known as Via Egnatia, makes Belsh suitable for economic interactions and development. Artifacts and ceramics found at archeological sites confirm the development of the first proto-urban towns of the Illyrians. Information also shows that during ancient times the characteristics of the region helped in developing of culture and economy of the population living there.