Kardhiq Castle, Kardhiq, Albania

Kardhiq Castle is a ruined hill fortress first mentioned in the 1431–32 register of the Sanjak of Albania. The castle has five towers, two of which are of polygonal form and similar to other castles of Ali Pasha. The width of the walls, which feature turrets, is about 1.7 metres.

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erwann Le Neun (14 months ago)
Nice surprise, it's really worth getting lost for a stroll. The castle is of course left to its sad fate but the place and the landscapes are just breathtakingly majestic.

adi (2 years ago)

Albert Budlla (3 years ago)
The castle of Kardhiqi was built around the 14th-15th century by Zenebishtaj. While Ali saw the ruins, he restored the castle. The castle of Kardhiqi is part of the district of Gjirokastra. It needs maintenance from the state, as the place offers a fascinating view.

Gazmir Lame (5 years ago)

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