Albania
Stone-roofed houses, steep bazaar lanes and local food.
Old Bazaar, Gjirokastër · Photo: Adventure Albania / Unsplash
Gjirokastër · Most-recommended spots
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Hilltop fortress overlooking the stone-roofed city, with historic exhibits to explore.
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Salt in Our HairHilltop fortress overlooking the stone-roofed city, with historic exhibits to explore.
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Chasing the DonkeyA hilltop fortress with city views and historical exhibits.
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Walk the zig-zagging Ottoman market lanes; return after sunset when the bazaar comes to life.
Salt in Our HairWalk the zig-zagging Ottoman market lanes; return after sunset when the bazaar comes to life.
Read Salt in Our Hair's guideChasing the DonkeyThe old market lanes help distinguish Gjirokastër’s stone-city atmosphere.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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Recommended alongside the fortress as a cultural stop on the article's five-day itinerary.
Chasing the DonkeyRecommended alongside the fortress as a cultural stop on the article's five-day itinerary.
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The city's essential historic sight sits above charming cobbled streets and distinctive Ottoman architecture.
Chasing the DonkeyThe city's essential historic sight sits above charming cobbled streets and distinctive Ottoman architecture.
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The author lists this among the accommodation options for a night or two while exploring the Gjirokastër area.
Chasing the DonkeyThe author lists this among the accommodation options for a night or two while exploring the Gjirokastër area.
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Salt in Our Hair suggests stopping for ice cream while exploring the Old Bazaar.
Salt in Our HairSalt in Our Hair suggests stopping for ice cream while exploring the Old Bazaar.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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A quieter historic neighbourhood for stone houses and views over the city.
Salt in Our HairA quieter historic neighbourhood for stone houses and views over the city.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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Recommended as one of the best places to stay when taking time to explore Gjirokastër.
Chasing the DonkeyRecommended as one of the best places to stay when taking time to explore Gjirokastër.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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Behind the mosque in the Kube domes: homemade food, lemonade and coffee, with shade from summer heat.
Salt in Our HairBehind the mosque in the Kube domes: homemade food, lemonade and coffee, with shade from summer heat.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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Listed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
Salt in Our HairListed among Salt in Our Hair’s favourite restaurants in Gjirokastër.
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This early 19th-century tower house is highlighted as the city's finest example of Ottoman architecture.
Chasing the DonkeyThis early 19th-century tower house is highlighted as the city's finest example of Ottoman architecture.
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