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Kruja is a medieval town near Tirana. The name of Kruja is closely connected with that dell'eroe Albanian national, Giorgio Kastriotta Scanderbeg, which, in the fifteenth century, has fought against the Ottomans for 25 consecutive years, defending European civilization from their threat. In a prominent and strategic place near the town, there is a castle, and the Museum of Scanderbeg (National Museum). Long road leading to the castle, is also a medieval bazaar.

Places to Visit

The Museum of Gjergj Kastrioti Scanderbeg (open 09.00-13.00 and 15.00-20.00, closed Monday, phone + 355 532 2225)
The Ethnographic Museum
The Place of Archaeological Albanopoli in the village of Zgerdhesh
The traditional bazaar