THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Elbasan - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
Things to Do in Elbasan

Things to Do in Elbasan, Albania - Elbasan Attractions

Things to Do in Elbasan


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Top Attractions in Elbasan

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  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Some substructure has been kept but mainly it is the high-and 3m thick-walls to appreciate. Yet again restaurants and shops have taken over the interior, giving the area a viable presence.
    Written June 28, 2022
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  • Film G
    New England1,018 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Only the walls and a few other ruins remain. What’s interesting is what’s inside: houses, an ancient church and mosque, restaurants and cafes. Come and explore.
    Written August 12, 2021
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  • Film G
    New England1,018 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A small Orthodox Church with some interesting art. Construction started in the late 1400s. It was saved from destruction by the Communists because the bulldozers sent into knock it down could not get through the narrow streets. Divine Intervention!
    Written August 12, 2021
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  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of the oldest mosques in the country, only the prayer room is original. The mosque dates from 1496. The minaret and vestibule are of more recent construction. It is located within the fortress, opposite the Catholic cathedral.
    Written June 28, 2022
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  • helloween2016
    Tirana, Albania2,358 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A beautiful national park where you can breath the fresh air of the mountains and enjoy the panorama of mountains,forests and lakes.Getting away from city life and enjoy nature at its best
    Written August 29, 2016
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  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Of particular interest are the Arabic numerals on the clock face. It stands inside the fortress. Built in 1899, its height and history make it a city landmark.
    Written June 28, 2022
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  • Katrien S
    Ghent, Belgium1,982 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A short taxi ride from Elbasan is a small church, note that as it was build during Ottoman times, from the outside it looks more like a house than as a church. However, once inside there is no doubt that this is an orthodox church, as it is covered with frescoes made by Onufri, the most famous Albanian fresco painter, living in the 16th century. The fresco's are well preserved, and somehow the church escaped the notice of the communist and their destructive drive. There are 4 rows of fresco's, the lower two are saints, the upper part are scenes from the life of Christ. Above the entrance door is the assumption of St Mary, while near the altar, the east, there is a Mary and child. This set-up can be seen in all the old Orthodox churches in Albania. When you arrive, there sure will be someone coming with the key to open up.
    Written June 19, 2018
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  • Terry M
    Hamilton, Canada4,647 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    These ruins are on the opposite side of the street from the Castle. The shape is undeniably that of an old basilica. It was good to see ongoing archaeological work being undertaken. The area is fenced off but you can still get decent views.
    Written June 28, 2022
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