Shkodra has always been the city of religous tolerance and cooperation. The religoion played very important role in the progress of economy and cultural development. In 1967, the Communist Party declared Albania to be the world's first atheistic state resulting in the senseless destruction of many religions buildings. All the religious objects were vandalised then converted into a sport halls or wharehouses. The city sytematically was being damaged. The communist party in Shkodra built few buildings in the city with the look of  the Russian communist plans. The “Large Church” was restored in 1991, and inagurated by Mother Teresa on her visit to Albania. Two years later, Pope John Paul II visited the Cathedral. Shkodra was a major center of the democratic movement of 1990 and 1991. Many demonstrations and clashes with the police occurred here, when the population demanded an end to the brutal communist regime of Albania. Albania and Shkodra got free from the communist regime. After 1990, many people are non-believers. Today, Shkodra has good fascilities for public transport. There are buses, mini buses, and taxis. Shkodra welcomes business people, artists, and tourists. Whether you are a first time visitor or a resident, Shkodra is a great place to live, to work, and to explore. The important thing is to come to Shkodra and overlook the qualities of joy. It has so much to offer, history tradition, entertainment that one really enjoys. The charm of this fabulous city will remain in the heart of every visitor forever.