Elbasan Fortress, Historic fortress in Elbasan, Albania.
The stone fortress forms a rectangular perimeter of 308 by 348 meters with walls intersected by 26 defensive towers at regular intervals.
Built during Roman Emperor Diocletian's reign between 284-305 CE, the fortress served as a military base to control the Via Egnatia trade route.
The castle grounds contain numerous religious structures including the King's Mosque, Saint Mary's Church, and the women's hammam Turkish bath.
The southern gate remains the only accessible entrance to the fortress, which stands in the center of modern Elbasan city.
The fortress walls reveal three distinct construction periods: late Roman, early Byzantine, and Ottoman, each with specific architectural elements.
Location: Elbasan County
Location: Elbasan municipality
GPS coordinates: 41.11332,20.08163
Latest update: May 11, 2025 00:42
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