Historical sites in Albania

KuJan lists 13 historical sites across Albania, from Tirana, Durrës, Lezhë, Korçë, Vlorë. Each one has its location on the map, photos where we have them, and directions by public transport where the route exists.

Tirana 6

Prezë Castle Prezë Castle

Prezë Castle is a beautiful medieval fortress located on a hill with panoramic views of the surrounding area. It is an important…

Tanners' Bridge Tanners' Bridge

Tanners' Bridge is one of the oldest surviving Ottoman monuments in Tirana, dating back to the 18th century. The stone bridge once…

Ndroqi Castle Ndroqi Castle

Ndroqi Castle is a historic fortress located on a hill above the village of Ndroq, near the Erzen River valley, southwest of Tirana. Built…

Ruins of Turra Castle Ruins of Turra Castle

The Ruins of Turra Castle are a historical landmark that reflects the strategic importance of the area during the medieval period.…

Tirana Castle Tirana Castle

Remains of the Justinian-era walls of Tirana, integrated into a pedestrian zone with cafés and craft shops.

Petrela Castle Petrela Castle

A medieval fortress 20 km southeast of Tirana, fortified by Skanderbeg in the 15th century.

Durrës 4

The Venetian Tower of Durrës The Venetian Tower of Durrës

Venetian Tower of Durrës is one of the most important historical landmarks in the city and a remaining part of the ancient fortifications…

King Zog Villa King Zog Villa

King Zog Villa is one of Durrës' most iconic landmarks, built as the summer residence of King Zog I and completed in 1937. Perched on a…

Castle of Kruja Castle of Kruja

Kruja Castle is one of Albania’s most important historical monuments and a symbol of national resistance, closely associated with the…

Abdyl Aga Bridge Abdyl Aga Bridge

Abdyl Aga Bridge is a historic stone bridge dating back to the Ottoman period and represents a fine example of traditional Albanian…

Lezhë 1

Sebastia Castle Sebastia Castle

Sebastia Castle is a historic fortification located in the Laç area, near the mountain and the Saint Anthony pilgrimage complex.…

Korçë 1

Barç Castle Barç Castle

Barç Castle is an ancient hilltop archaeological site near Korçë, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Iron Age. Archaeological…

Vlorë 1

The Monastery of the 40 Saints The Monastery of the 40 Saints

The Monastery of the 40 Saints is a historic Byzantine-era monastery overlooking Sarandë, believed to have been built in the 6th century.…

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