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Çerçiz Topulli’s house is one of the first private houses built outside the city castle. Topulli’s family, known as the defenders of freedom, have always been targeted by Albania and Albanians’ enemies. This is why the Topulars’ dwelling once resembled more like a small castle. Like any castle, it has received many blows in the

The Bazaar Mosque, also known as Memi Bey Mosque, is located in Gjirokastër, Albania. Re-built in 1757 it is located in the Bazaar neighborhood. The mosque was originally designed to be located in the New Bazaar neighborhood of Gjirokastër, as part of Memi Pasha’s urban plan that was built in the 17th century including fifteen

The Zekate House is located in the highest point of Palorto neighborhood. It was built around 1811-1812 for an accountant called Beqir Zeko during Ali Pasha’s rule. The majestic appearance of the building is the symbol of the elites of the time. The Zekate House is a particularly grand example of the typical kullë (tower-house). This

The Skenduli house sits next to the Ethnographic Museum. It has been around for more than 300 years according to the owners. Exceptionally well-preserved, the tall building stands on traditional stone foundations that reach the height of the first-floor windows. The interior is impeccably designed and illuminated, and the house boasts a total of nine fireplaces