Situated atop a commanding hill, the fortress of Gjon Boçari oversees the expanse of Dukat plain, Tragjas, and the settlement of Radhimë. Vlora's castle stands as a cultural heritage monument. This architectural structure classified under the type of monument was sanctioned in January 1963, however, its origins can be traced back to the 15th century. The fortress had dominion over the

Tujan Castle, sited in the vicinity of Tujan village within Tirana city, embodies a valuable piece of history. During the Byzantine rule of the area, construction of this stronghold commenced in the 6th century AD. The castle underwent reconstruction during the 14th century under the Despotate of Epirus, subsequently serving as a stronghold. A rectangular fortification that spans around 160 by 19

The castle of Tepelena can be found to the north of Tepelena's city. It has a rich history dating back to the 14th century and is situated at a height of 350 meters above the sea. Throughout history, this castle held great significance because of its 

The medieval Skrapar Castle is situated atop a high hill located towards the southwest region of Çorovode. The construction of Skrapar Castle was initiated by the Ottomans during the 16th century. The fortress held significant strategic value in the Skrapar region during the Ottoman era. The protective walls encircled the castle while an abundance of weaponry was stationed to safeguard it

Skela Castle is an exquisite site that boasts a deeply fascinating past. This castle is located in the city of Vlora, in the south of Albania. The property is situated atop a hill along the left-hand side of the coastal route leading from Vlora towards the south. The fortress, located 3 km away from Vlora, can be conveniently reached by either public transportation or private vehicle. In 1531, Su

Shtëpeza Castle is an old castle located in the southeastern part of Albania, specifically in the village of Shtëpez. This castle is a really old and special building that has lots of stories and is very important for the country’s history. Shtëpeza Castle is high up at 580 meters above the sea. It has walls made of stone to protect it and is surrounded by a park with lots of

The castle rises on a hill in the village of Margelliç, near the city of Patos, and was built in the 7th century. Margëllec Castle was an important early settlement in the past centuries and played an important role in protecting the area from the attacks of the invaders. It was declared a "Cultural Monument" in 1971.

The Rodoni Castle stands on the Adriatic coast between the bays of Rodoni and Lalzi in Durrës district. The Rodoni Castle is classified as a top-tier Cultural Monument. The construction of the castle took place during the 14th century. Based on the most ancient record, the castle was constructed in the form of a square, featuring four towers. Currently, solely the principal tower measuring 1

Peqin Castle is a place that many people like to visit when they come to the city. It is located on a hill in the western part of the city and has been around since the time of ancient Rome. Peqini Castle is constructed on a hard and rocky territory, and has strong walls all around it. This castle was built to watch over the road that linked the cities of Albania to Tirana. Peqin Castle is a popu

Lezha Castle is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Albania. It is located in the city of Lezha, in the northwest of the country, and is one of the oldest castles in Albania. This fortress was built in the 4th century, during the period of Byzantine rule in the Balkan region. An interesting fact about Lezha Castle is that in 1444, the League of Lezha was held in this castle, an importa

Kardhiq Castle is a cultural heritage monument in Kardhiq, Gjirokastra district. An interesting fact about Kardhiqi Castle is that it has been an important strategic center for many governments and conquerors in its history. This fortress was under the control of the Illyrians, Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans and Italians at the time of the conquest. During the Middle Ages, Kardhiq Castle was a big

It is essential to visit Kalja Drishi because it is one of the places that has significant historical and archaeological importance. Drishi Castle is found 800 meters over sea level at a distance of 15 kilometers from the city of Shkodra and is one of the few castles in Albania that is still inhabited. Drishti Castle was built within the 13th century as a Byzantine fortification and has been a "Cu

Near the city of Peshkopia, in the district of Dibra, in the northeast of Albania, there is an ancient fortress named Grazhdan Castle. Built in the fourth century BC, this fortification served as a base of defense against invasions from outside the area. Since 1974, this castle has been classified as a cultural monument. Other fortifications from this era can be found all around the castle, includ

One of Albania's most visited tourist destinations is Bashtrove Castle. It is situated south of the city of Kruja in the Bashtrov village, which is part of the Mati municipality. Bashtrove Castle is one of the defensive towers built during the 13th century, when Albania was under the rule of the Byzantine Empire. This defensive castle was part of the chain of towers that were built in this area t

One of the most important historical objects in Borsh is the Sopot (Borsh) Castle, which is located on the hill of the same name, 500 m above sea level. It was built in the 4th century (before our era) by the Illyrian-Epiriot tribes. This hill has a rocky surface and on the western side it forms several terraces, where a number of remains of medieval buildings can be seen. On the southwest side, a

Shën Mërisë Mesodh Church is located in the southern part of Vuno village on the national road, which connects Vlora with Himara, and is one of the oldest churches on the Ionian coast. The Church of Shën Mëri Mesodhsi is a monument of cultural heritage, on which we still do not have an exact data about the date of its construction, but the researchers are still preparing

A few kilometers from "Mother Teresa" airport, Preza Castle is located in the northeast of Tirana. It is a classic Mediterranean castle that was probably constructed between the thirteenth and fourteenth century. The castle is fortified in the corners with four circular-plan towers and has a quadrangular layout with 80 x 50 m sides. The castle has four different construction phases such as: the f

The castle at Rozafa is located southeast of Shkodra. The castle is 130 meters above sea level and stands on a rocky hill at the city's entrance. It is surrounded by the Buna and Drini rivers, and has an area of about 9 ha.  It is belived to have been built since ancient times, resisting centuries and standing proudly to this day.  According to legend, three brothers began building a fo

The castle of Tirana is located in the center of the capital and is one of its most frequented areas. Tirana Castle is a monument of cultural heritage, since 1973. It represents a fortification with a rectangular plan measuring 160x120 m.Throughout the first centuries of our era, it has been the center of a settlement under various names.According to Barleti, the town was known as Tirkan in the 4t

Petrela Castle is located in the southeast of the city of Tirana, built on a rocky hill. The discoveries made show that it is a medieval castle built during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justin I, in the 6th century AD. The castle of Petrela is built on a terrain with very steep and steep slopes, which have made the castle very protected. It also controlled the branch of the Egnatia road, the