Bato's Cave

"Bato's Cave", located in the mountains of Djuxha, is an important archaeological site associated with a prominent figure in Illyrian history, General Bato. Bato played a major role in the great Illyrian uprising against the Roman invaders, historically known as the "Great Illyrian Revolt", which took place in the period 6-9 AD.

The Roman historian Velej Paterkuli mentions that the Pirustes and the Desidiates were among the last opponents who faced Baton in this uprising. They, according to him, were difficult to defeat because of their difficult territory in the area of the province of Mirdita and the valley of Mati. The narrow gorges and wild nature of these places made it impossible for the Romans to fully control this area.

Batos Cave serves as a testimony of this important historical period. Located in a beautiful and wild natural environment in the mountains of Djuxha, the cave is of particular importance for the understanding of the events fought and the strategies used by the Illyrian army at the time of the uprising.

In the vicinity of the cave, several other important places can be identified such as "Kepi i Kyteza". Also, traces of the churches of Saint Trinity and Saint Prendes are visible, indicating the importance of this area for cultural and religious life in the later period.

This archaeological site and its surrounding landscape constitute a wealth of local culture and history. Batos Cave is an important site for researchers and tourists who want to explore the depth of Illyrian heritage and the ancient history of this area.