Ishëm Castle, Ottoman fortification in Ishëm, Albania.
The castle stands on a hill above the Ishëm River, offering views of the surrounding countryside and monitoring all approaching routes.
The Ottoman Empire constructed this fortress between 1572 and 1574 to prevent local peasant rebellions and control trade with Venice.
The castle maintains its status as a Cultural Monument of Albania, representing military architecture from the Ottoman period in the region.
The fortress walls measure between 1.2 and 1.5 meters in thickness and reach heights of 7 meters, displaying solid defensive construction techniques.
The grave of Albanian painter Ibrahim Kodra lies in front of the castle entrance, connecting art history with military heritage.
Location: Ishëm
GPS coordinates: 41.53933,19.59538
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:00
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