Falconara Albanese is a comune and town located in the province of Cosenza within the Calabria region of southern Italy. It serves as a significant settlement for the Arbëreshë people, an ethnic Albanian minority that has resided in the area for centuries.
The town is primarily characterized by its role as a cultural hub for the Arbëreshë community. This heritage is reflected in the local traditions and identity of the inhabitants who maintain their distinct linguistic and cultural roots within the Italian region.