Kalaja e Paleokastrës, Gjirokastër, Albania

Kalaja e Paleokastrës

Gjirokastër, Albania

Kalaja e Paleokastrës near Gjirokastër in Albania is a historic fortress believed to have been constructed in the 4th century AD during the time of Emperor Constantine the Great as a shelter for his cavalry army.

It is located about 13 kilometers north of Gjirokastër in the village of Palokastër. The castle sits strategically to oversee surrounding routes and has origins tracing back to late antiquity.

Over centuries, the site has witnessed numerous phases of use and importance, serving military and defensive roles in different historical periods. Although not as large as the prominent Gjirokastër Castle nearby, Paleokastra represents an important part of Albania's ancient fortification heritage, reflecting the military history and regional dynamics of southern Albania.

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Paleokastër, Gjirokastër, Albania

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Kalaja e Paleokastrës is located in Gjirokastër, Albania.

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