It is believed that Castle of Kruja was built during the fifth and sixth century of our era. The Castle has elliptical form with surface of 2.25 hectares. The Castle was built on the foundations of the remains of an Iliric dwelling of the third century BC. On the walls of the fence are 9 towers, which were used to observe and give signals during periods of war. The name Castle of Kruja was mentioned in a document of the Church on the year 879 AC. At that time the Castle was considered an important religious center. The Castle has shown its value especially during the time of Scanderbeg, when for 25 consecutive years has resisted the continuous attacks of Turkish Empire. In the territory of the Castle now is the National Historic Museum "GJ.K.Skenderbeu", the Ethnographic Museum as well as several houses.

 

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