Girokastra is a city that was declared a World Heritage Site for preserving beautiful traditional Balkan architecture with great Ottoman influence. Settled on the side of a hill, Girokastra has several kules, large Turkish-style mansions, as well as a beautiful network of narrow streets in the old town and a citadel at the top of the city.

Translated by Google •

Gimli

April 6, 2020

Gjirokastër is a beautiful town and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the birthplace of the former dictator Enver Hoxha. The Greeks called the town Argyrokastro "Silberberg" because the slate roofs appear silver after a downpour in the sunlight.

Translated by Google •

Andy

October 19, 2023

Worth seeing town with stone houses and roofs. Lively pedestrian zone with many shops, restaurants and bars.

Translated by Google •

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Details

Informations

Elevation 280 m

Weather

Today

Tuesday 28 October

17°C

8°C

0 %

If you start your activity now...

Max wind speed: 0.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See rides here

Take Me There

Location: Gjirokastër, Albania

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Artillery and Weapons Exhibition, Gjirokastër Castle

Bazaar Mosque

Ali Pasha Bridge

Skenduli House

Castle Tunnel to the Museum of History

Bistrica Reservoir

Old Town of Gjirokastër

View of Gjirokastër from the Castle Path

Ali Pasha Bridge

Taverna Kuka

Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër)

View of Gjirokastër Castle and Old Town

Gjirokastra

1. Gjirokastra – Old Bazaar of Gjirokastër loop from Valare

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️