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Gjirokaster | Albania

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City: Gjirokaster
Country: Albania
Continent: Europe

Gjirokaster, Albania, Europe

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Gjirokastër, known as the “City of Stone,” sits in southern Albania, its hillside packed with gray slate roofs, and it’s proudly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Famous for its unique Ottoman-era buildings and rich history, it clings to the steep slopes of the Mali i Gjerë range, where white stone walls catch the afternoon sun.The city mixes bustling markets, centuries-old landmarks, and striking architecture into one unforgettable experience.Gjirokastër lies in the Drino River valley of southern Albania, about 230 kilometers south of Tirana and just a short drive from the Greek border, its stone houses tucked between the Mali i Gjerë mountains and the fertile plain below, where olive trees shimmer in the summer heat; with a Mediterranean climate of hot, dry summers reaching up to 35°C and mild, wet winters, the city’s story stretches from Bronze Age settlements and its Byzantine and Ottoman fortresses to its role in Albania’s independence, giving its 20,000 residents-mostly ethnic Albanians with a notable Greek minority-a rich cultural identity expressed in two languages, a blend of Islam and Orthodox Christianity, UNESCO-listed architecture, lively bazaars, traditional crafts, and foods like herb-scented qifqi, all set against a landscape of cobblestone streets, mountain trails, and nearby wonders like the vivid Blue Eye spring.It’s a vivid reminder of Albania’s deep roots and enduring spirit, giving visitors a true taste of its history and the vibrant life you can still hear in the marketplace today.
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Landmarks in Gjirokaster

Antigonea Archaeological Park
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Antigonea Archaeological Park

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Gjirokastër Castle
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Gjirokastër Castle

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Ethnographic Museum
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Ethnographic Museum

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Cold War Tunnel
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Cold War Tunnel

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Bazaar Mosque
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Bazaar Mosque

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Ottoman Bazaar
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Ottoman Bazaar

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Zekate House
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Zekate House

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Skenduli House
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Skenduli House

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St. Michael's Church
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St. Michael's Church

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Ali Pasha Bridge
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Ali Pasha Bridge

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Viroi Lake
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Viroi Lake

Gjirokaster | Albania

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