From Tirana Visit Kruja Castle and Sarisalltik Temple

From Tirana Visit Kruja Castle and Sarisalltik Temple

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Overview

Visit the city of Kruja and the Sari Salltik Temple on a day trip from Tirana. Explore the castle of Kruja, the Old Bazaar, and the Ethnographic Museum. Then, head to the Sari Salltik Temple, a holy place of the Baktashi order.
Kruja is not just another picturesque town in Albania, it’s a symbol of Albania’s resilience and strength throughout history. Historically, the city was coveted for its strategic vantage point and experienced various conquerors, from the Romans to the Byzantines.

Activity location

Castle Of Kruja.
- Rruga Albanopolis
- Kruje, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Castle Of Kruja.
- Rruga Albanopolis
- Kruje, Albania

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From Tirana Visit Kruja Castle and Sarisalltik Temple in English

6h
Opening hours: Wed 08:00-11:30
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Price details

€80.00 x 2 Adults€160.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Ethnopraphic Museum of Kruja
Private transport
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Service charge

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Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Castle Of Kruja.

Situated atop a hill overlooking a lush green valley, Kruja is not just another picturesque town in Albania; it’s a symbol of Albania’s resilience and strength throughout history. Historically, the city was coveted for its strategic vantage point and experienced various conquerors, from the Romans to the Byzantines. Visit the Castle of Kruja, which was a bastion of uncompromising resistance against the Ottoman Empire. The Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum is situated inside the castle walls, which date back to the fifth and sixth centuries A.D. The museum itself was inaugurated in 1981.

Kruja Bazaar

Near the castle’s entrance is a traditional market, which dates back to the period of Skanderbeg. Here, tourists can find Albanian craft products such as embroidered items, carpeting, silver objects, copper, alabaster, filigree, traditional clothing, and antiques.

Sari Salltik

The Tekke of Sari Salltik is a holy place of the Baktashi order, a Sufi branch of the Islamic religion, located atop of Sarisalltik mountain at 1176m above sea level. At its peak, Sarisalltik mountain has a large cave, which is 15m deep and 4m high. Inside the cave, there is a sacred fountain. Next to the cave, there is Masjid –a small mosque, that is the first one every built in Albania. Inside of which, there is the grave of St. Sari Salltik. Sari Salltik is a legendary figure of the Bektashi order. But a lot of people come to visit this mountain as well in order to enjoy a panoramic view from ‘the balcony of the Adria’, which looks over the surrounding area towards the Adriatic sea.

Ethnographic Museum of Kruja

15m
Admission ticket included

Within the walls of the castle are also the Ethnographic Museum and the Dollma Tekke.

Location

Activity location

Castle Of Kruja.
- Rruga Albanopolis
- Kruje, Albania

Meeting/Redemption Point

Castle Of Kruja.
- Rruga Albanopolis
- Kruje, Albania

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