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From Tirana Visit Kruja Castle and Sarisalltik Temple
Kruje
About
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.
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Ethnopraphic Museum of Kruja
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Gratuities
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From Tirana Visit Kruja Castle and Sarisalltik Temple
Kruje
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About
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.
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Ethnopraphic Museum of Kruja
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Gratuities
Itinerary
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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.
1 hour
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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.
30 minutes
3
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.
1 hour
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Ethnographic Museum of Kruja
Within the walls of the castle are also the Ethnographic Museum and the Dollma Tekke.
