Ottoman-era houses

Ottoman-era houses are the main reason Gjirokastra is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Our article on the stone city describes these tall stone homes and how visitors can see inside.

14 Aug 2025

Gjirokastra - The stone city of Albania, where histories resoundable everywhere

Gjirokastra Albania , which is on the steep landscape in the Drino Valley in southern Albania, is a living museum, a delightful UNESCO World Heritage city made almost entirely of stone. It is referred to as the "City of....

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Gjirokastra - The stone city of Albania, where histories resoundable everywhere

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