National Ethnographic Museum, Ottoman residence museum in Krujë, Albania
The National Ethnographic Museum occupies a three-story Ottoman house within the fortress complex, displaying traditional Albanian household items and artifacts.
The museum building was constructed in the nineteenth century as the residence of the Toptani family, who maintained influence in the region.
Exhibition spaces showcase Albanian customs through displays of traditional costumes, crafting tools, agricultural equipment, and domestic furnishings from different periods.
The museum opens daily from 9 AM to 6 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages to explain the significance of displayed items.
Original frescoes from 1764 decorate the interior walls, while the property includes a personal hammam and watermill from the Ottoman period.
Location: Krujë
Opening Hours: Maandag-Zondag 09:00-18:00
GPS coordinates: 41.50670,19.79371
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:41
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