Borsh Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Borsh, Albania
The stone fortress spans 5 hectares on a hill near the Ionian Sea, featuring remaining walls, gates, and an Ottoman-era mosque within its perimeter.
The castle, first documented in the 13th century as Sopotos, served as a strategic defense point and changed hands between Byzantine, Epirote, and Ottoman rulers.
The castle grounds contain the ruins of Hajji Bendo Mosque, reflecting the architectural influence of different civilizations through multiple construction periods.
Visitors can reach the castle by following a marked path from Borsh village or drive directly to the entrance using the access road.
The fortress walls incorporate triangular towers from the Byzantine period, marking a distinct architectural feature among Albanian castle structures.
Location: Borsh
GPS coordinates: 40.07028,19.85556
Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:14
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