Gjirokastër Castle is the large fortress above the stone town of Gjirokastër in southern Albania, and these articles cover it in guides to the town. Its long galleries hold an arms museum and an old American aircraft, and the castle grounds host the national folklore festival. Our guides include a list of top attractions in Gjirokaster, a portrait of Albania's most interesting cities, a comprehensive travel guide and a roundup of top tourist places. Two seasonal pieces, on autumn food and culture and on daily life in a village, suggest what to combine with a visit.
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