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Gjirokastra UNESCO world heritage sites

Castle at Rruga Elvia Celebi
The citadel has existed in various forms since before the 12th century. Extensive renovations and a westward addition was added by Ali Pasha of Tepelene after 1812. The government of King Zog expanded the castle prison in 1932.

Ismail Kadare's House at Rruga Fato Berberi 16
This house is a typical example and best represents the features of Gjirokastra Houses in the 19th century such as the stone roof, stone arches, and wooden details.

Skenduli House at Rruga Sokaku i te Mareve
The fact that even many objects are original make this house the most authentic and special one in Gjirokastra.

Zekate House at Rruga Bashkim Kokona
Fortified tower houses, (known as kullë in Albanian), belonged to wealthy people, such as government officials or merchants. All rooms have a basic design: a safe ground floor with a wooden gallery on top, which are the most important rooms for an extended family. The decks are placed on the walls to help defend against the enemies they attack. Zekate's house is an example of an urban kullë.