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Explore the region with a local

Walk Like a Local: Discovering the True Gjirokastra

Gjirokastra, known as a UNESCO city and an open-air museum, is often associated with its lively bazaar filled with shops, restaurants, and bars. During the high tourist season, this part of the city bursts with nightlife and the sound of visitors. However, Gjirokastra is much more than its bazaar. In fact, due to the fast-paced […]

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Gjirokastra’s Houses: The Architecture of Stone Fortresses

Gjirokastra is a city where every step leads you through stone-paved alleys lined with grand houses built from stone and topped with wooden roofs. These unique structures exude both elegance and grandeur. It is fascinating to imagine how, 300 years ago, architects and master builders managed to create such perfectly composed structures, where everything fits […]

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Mystical Gjirokastra: Why You Should Visit in Winter

Gjirokastra is one of Albania’s most unique cities, but during winter, it takes on an entirely different character from what most tourists are used to in the summer. At this time of year, the city is nearly devoid of visitors, and those who do come become part of the mystery that envelops its stone-paved streets. […]

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