Gjirokastër, Ottoman fortress in southern Albania.
The stone buildings climb the steep slopes of Drino River valley, with hundreds of gray houses featuring wooden balconies and stone roofs.
The city emerged from a fourth-century fortress, later becoming a major Ottoman administrative center with substantial architectural developments during the 1800s.
The National Folklore Festival at the castle presents traditional music, while the old bazaar maintains centuries-old trading practices.
The fortress museum displays military artifacts from various periods, and visitors can access multiple levels through stone staircases.
The urban layout contains more than 1000 steps connecting different residential areas, each house resembling a small fortification.
Location: Gjirokastër County
Elevation above the sea: 286 m
Website: http://gjirokastra.org
GPS coordinates: 40.07709,20.13934
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:17
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