Royal Villa of Durrës, Royal residence in Durrës, Albania
The Royal Villa stands at 98 meters above sea level on Durrës hill, with three sides of the structure facing the Adriatic Sea waters.
Architect Kristo Sotiri designed this summer residence in 1937 for King Zog I, the final monarch of Albania before World War II.
The villa transformed into a reception venue after the monarchy, receiving international leaders including Nikita Khrushchev and President Jimmy Carter.
Located at Vila e Zogut, Rruga Kont Urani 34, the structure remains closed to interior visits but offers views of Durrës bay.
The building's architectural design incorporates the shape of an eagle, reflecting Albanian national symbolism through its structural form.
Location: Durrës
Inception: 1937
GPS coordinates: 41.31472,19.43870
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:22
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