Kruja Travel Guide
Travel to Kruja - Skanderbeg’s City
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Set against a backdrop of the almost vertical limestone wall of the Kruja mountains, the small town of Kruja is known by many as the ‘Balcony of the Adriatic’. Kruja's mountain citadel affords magnificent views of the surrounding region and across the coastal plains to the sea.
The citadel was first used by Illyrian tribes as early as the 6th century BC. The Byzantines maintained control over the city following the Roman conquest until the end of the 12th century.
Then in 1190 Kruja became the capital of the first Albanian feudal state, the Kingdom of Arber. Led by the great national hero Skanderbeg, Kruja was also the centre of resistance to several Turkish besieges during the 15th century.
Attractions in Kruja
Built on as isolated spur of limestone at a height of 548m, Skanderbeg’s castle is the main place of interest in the town. Within its grounds are two interesting museums. Although small, Kruja Bazaar is also worth exploring with its single street of quaint shops which have undergone extensive restoration.
Relaxing
The castle area has a couple of restaurants and provides an ideal place to relax and take in the wonderful views.
Getting Around
Kruja is a small town and can easily be explored on foot.
Kruja Reviews
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Friday, 18th July 2008
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Too many tat shops for my liking but a lovely place all the same. Stunning views from the castle - worth the visit for that alone.
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David.Havard
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