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KRUJA GUIDE

If you ever heard of the national hero of Albania – Skanderbeg and you want to find out more, you need to visit Kruja. This secular city is located only 1 hour drive away from Tirana, the capital, and has something to offer both, nature and history lovers. Whether in nature or walking through the old streets, Kruja is an Albanian must.

CASTLE OF KRUJA

Built sometime around year 1190, this elliptical castle with a perimeter of 2637 ft (804 meters), occupies an area of 6.1 acres (2.5 hectares) of land and is built on a rocky hill. In the 13th-14th century, it was the center of the state of Arbri. During the period of Skanderbeg and the defense of the Albanians against the Ottoman occupation, it became the main fortress of resistance.

THE OLD BAZAAR

The bazaar is the heart of Kruja, a lively place, full of beautiful souvenirs where it is impossible not to stop when visiting the city. A continuous series of brick roofs, wooden and stone shops, carpets with typical geometric patterns of the Balkans, cobbled streets and picturesque views: a miracle. In addition to the classic fridge magnets, you can make interesting craft purchases, such as household items, jewelry, tablecloths and carpets, many of which are handmade (in some stores you can also see the processing of fabrics in real time) .

MOUNT SARISALLTIK

The Mountain of Kruja, 3858 ft (1176 meters) high, with a rocky beauty sharpened like nowhere, and with a sharp perpendicular fall over the city. Legend has it that a person named Sari Salltik, who lived in Kruja in 1300s, on the verge of death, had a last will that his body, after passing, to be divided into seven kingdoms: Moscow, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Edirne, Bogdan, Dalmatia, etc. Some say that there are seven of his graves in the world. Today this mountain is called by his name.