Gjirokastra Bazaar
Gjirokaster, Albania
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- Souvenir store in Gjirokastër, Albania
Visitor information
- Address: Rruga Ismail Kadare, Gjirokastër 6001, Albania
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Is Gjirokaster, Albania worth visiting?
We're happy to have visited Gjirokaster on a day trip as part of our big Albania itinerary, and can say it's definitely worth visiting, as it's one of the two most important historical towns in Albania, with the other being Berat.
Where is the bazaar in Gjirokaster?
The Gjiokaster bazaar is situate in the old city which is a very steep climb from the modern city.
How long do you need in Gjirokaster?
How many days do you need in Gjirokaster? 1 – 2 days should be enough. We only spent one night, arriving midday giving enough time to have lunch, dinner, explore the old town and the famous Gjirokaster Castle.
Why is Gjirokaster famous?
Its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is overlooked by Gjirokastër Fortress, where the Gjirokastër National Folk Festival is held every five years. It is the birthplace of former Albanian communist leader Enver Hoxha, and author Ismail Kadare.