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Gjirokaster
 Gjirokaster ... Retractable ladders offering some protection to the inhabitants from blood feuds.Newest Review: ... in 1997 when the country's economy collapsed following the governments pyramid scheme going wrong, Gjirokaster became deeply ... more ... involved in anti-government rebellions which were violent and forced the presidents resignation.
The modern part at the foot of the mountain is not interesting at all but simply houses people, the old town though is magnificent, a bit run down but that's the way I like it. The citadel, bazaa and all the buildings perched to the side of the mountain are incredibly intriguing. I found the locals unbelievably helpful and keen to talk (mostly about Manchester United), the owner of the supermarket had letters betw...more |
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Gjirokaster - A great example of Ottoman Rule in the Balkans (751 words)
by - written on 30/07/08 (Very useful, 40 readings)
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Gjirokaster undoubtedly one of my favourite towns in the world is a little town nestled in the mountains in Albania, slightly south from the town of Tepelene where water is unbelievably tasty (this town was visited by Lord Byron who was so impressed he wrote a poem called Mother Albania about the area) Which ever way you get to the city, you are sure to pass through beautiful scenery, green valleys, streams, waterfalls and small mountains await. Gjirokaster is on the UNESCO World Heritage List as "a rare example of a well-preserved Ottoman town, built by farmers of large estate." on top of the mountain lies a large and powerful castle that guards the ... Read the complete review
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