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   Gjirokastër Castle (Albanian: Kalaja e Gjirokastrës or Kalaja e Argjirosë) is a fortress in Gjirokastër, Albania (during Ottoman rule it was historically known as Ergiri while local Greeks referred to it as Argyrokastro, a name applied also to the castle). Gjirokastër Castle is situated at a height of 336 metres (1,102 ft).

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   Gjirokastra’s castle is one of the biggest in the Balkans. It is situated on the hilltop overlooking the city, witnessing the history of the whole region across the centuries. The date for building this fortification is still unclear.

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4. www.atlasobscura.com › places › gjirokaster-castleGjirokaster Castle – Gjirokaster, Albania - Atlas Obscura

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   Sep 17, 2014 · 40.0734, 20.1413. View on Google Maps. Discover Gjirokaster Castle in Gjirokaster, Albania: This ominous Albanian fortress houses tanks and downed planes as a reminder of their victories...

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5. slowtravelblog.com › gjirokaster-castleYou Need to Visit Gjirokaster Castle in Albania! (2024 Guide)

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   Jan 22, 2024 · Albania may not be the first place that you think of for European castles, but the castle at Gjirokaster is one that will impress! Here you will see how to get there, what to see, and whether or not it’s worth it at all!

6. www.intoalbania.com › attraction › castle-of-gjirokastraCastle of Gjirokastra - Into Albania

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   A Monumental structure. When the fog falls over Gjirokastra, the Castle of Gjirokastra is all that can be seen, rising majestically over the city. Like a giant ship made of stone, it extends across the 1100-foot-high hillside on which it was built during the 4 th century.

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   What is the castle of Gjirokastra?

   • When the fog falls over Gjirokastra, the Castle of Gjirokastra is all that can be seen, rising majestically over the city. Like a giant ship made of stone, it extends across the 1100-foot-high hillside on which it was built during the 4 th century.

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   Why should you visit Argjiro Castle in Albania?

   • A monument to nearly two thousand years of Albanian history, this castle is nowadays one of the most visited places in Albania. The namesake of this castle is Argjiro, dedicated to the legend of the princess who fell from its heights to her death in order to escape the Ottoman enemies.

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   How much does it cost to visit Gjirokastra Castle?

   • The entrance for the castle is 400 ALL/4 euro The entrance for groups is 300 ALL The castle is open all year round (April to September 09:00 to 19:00, October to March 09:00 to 17:00 ) Gjirokastra’s castle is one of the biggest in the Balkans.

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   What can you see inside Gjirokastra Castle?

   • The prison is now part of the Museum of the Castle, which includes a collections of arms during WWI and WWII, the prison, and a new pavijon of the history of Gjirokastra. Inside the castle you can see the Clock Tower, a Festival scene, the Castle’s Museum and a superb views over the valley.

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8. www.visitsaranda.net › see › gjirokastra-castleGjirokastra Castle - Visit Saranda - Albania

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   Gjirokastra Castle (Kalaja e Gjirokastrës) is a massive landmark rising on the hilltop above the city of Gjirokastra, and is the second largest fortification in the entire Balkan region. The castle overlooks the city and the beautiful Drino Valley with impressive mountain ranges on all sides.

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   Perched atop a hill in southern Albania, the monumental Gjirokastër Castle houses a museum that embodies centuries of Albanian history, culture, and architectural evolution. This fortress site, originating from the Bronze Age, was substantially expanded by the Byzantine Empire in the 12th century.