Gjirokastra Collection

Europe, Albania, Gjirokastra. 13th century Gjirokastra Castle aka Gjirokastra Fortress, historic canon & 20th century airplane. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Albania, Gjirokastra, Albanian souvenirs

Old town in Gjirokaster, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Albania

Albania, Gjirokastra, elevated town view from the castle, dusk

Albania, Gjirokastra, Gjirokastra Castle, elevated view, morning

Albania, Gjirokastra, Ethnographic Museum, birthplace of Communist-era leader Enver Hoxha, traditional shoes

Albania, Gjirokastra, elevated view of Ottoman-era houses, dawn

Albania, Gjirokastra, Ottoman-era town buildings

Albania. Gjirokaster. Castle and clock tower
Albania. Gjirokaster castle (18th century) and the clock tower, added from 1811 by the Ottoman governor Ali Pasha of Tepelena. Eastern side. Date: 20070809

Ethnographic Museum. Gjirokastra. Albania
Ethnographic Museum hosted in a tower house (Kulla). Gjirokastra. Albania. Date: 20070809

Albania. Gjirokaster. Castle. 18th century. Detail
Albania. Gjirokaster. Castle built in 18th century ordered by the tribal leader Gjin Bue Shpata. Detail. The citadel houses weapons of the First and Second World War. Date: 20070809

Cannons and American Air Force plane that landed in Albania in 1957 during the Cold War. Gjirokaster Castle. Republic of Albania. Date: 20070809

American Air Force plane that landed in Albania in 1957 during the Cold War. Gjirokaster Castle. Republic of Albania. Date: 20070809

Albania. Gjirokaster viewed through the cockpit of the American Air Force plane that landed in 1957 during the Cold War. From the Castle of Gjirokastra Date: 20070809

Machine gun. Military Museum of the Citadel. Gjirokaster. Re
Machine gun. Remembrance of the communist resistance against the German invaders in World War II. Military Museum of the Citadel which houses weapons of the First and Second World War

Tank. Military Museum of the Citadel. Gjirokaster. Republic
Tank. Military Museum of the Citadel which houses weapons of the First and Second World War. Gjirokaster Castle. Republic of Albania. Date: 20070809

Cannon. Military Museum of the Citadel. Gjirokaster. Republi
Cannon. Remembrance of the communist resistance against the German invaders in World War II. Military Museum of the Citadel which houses weapons of the First and Second World War. Gjirokaster Castle

Republic of Albania. Gjirokaster castle. 18th century. Interior. Built by Gjin Bue Shpata, local tribal leader. It hosts weapons of the First and Second World War. Date: 20070809

Mortar. Military Museum of the Citadel. Republic of Albania
Mortar. Military Museum of the Citadel which houses weapons of the First and Second World War. Gjirokaster Castle. Republic of Albania. Date: 20070809

Christ Pantocrator, by Onufer Qiprioti, 16th-17th century. Of Gjirokastra. National Art Gallery. Tirana. Albania

Tunnel inside the castle of Gjirokastra
Gjirokastra is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Old citadel and castle of Gjirokastra
Gjirokastra is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Tunnel inside the castle of Gjirokastra
Gjirokastra is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Old citadel and castle of Gjirokastra
Gjirokastra is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Gjirokastra in the mountain
Gjirokastra is a UNESCO World Heritage site

Europe, Albania, Gjirokastra. Well preserved Ottoman town aka The Stone City. City overview from citadel. UNESCO World Heritage Site

City of Gjirokaster, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Albania, Europe

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"Gjirokastra: A Timeless European Gem in Albania" Step into the enchanting town of Gjirokastra, nestled in the heart of Europe's captivating country, Albania. With its rich history dating back to the 13th century, Gjirokastra Castle, also known as Gjirokastra Fortress, stands tall as a symbol of resilience and heritage. As you explore this elevated town from the castle at dusk, be prepared to witness breathtaking views that will leave you in awe. The morning sun paints a picturesque scene over Gjirokaster's rooftops and Ottoman-era houses, casting a golden glow upon this ancient city. Immerse yourself in Albanian culture by visiting the Ethnographic Museum - once home to Enver Hoxha, a prominent Communist-era leader. Here you can delve into the past and gain insight into Albania's fascinating history. Don't forget to wander through the narrow streets lined with charming shops offering authentic Albanian souvenirs. Take a piece home with you and cherish it as a reminder of your unforgettable journey. Gaze upon the intricate details of Gjirokaster Castle's 18th-century architecture; every stone tells a story that echoes through time. And just when you thought this place couldn't surprise you any further, discover cannons alongside an American Air Force plane that landed on these grounds. Gjirokastra is more than just bricks and mortar; it is an embodiment of Albania's spirit and resilience. So come and lose yourself in its timeless beauty - where Europe meets Albania for an experience like no other.