Visit to Village of Lazarat in Gjirokastra, Albania

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1 to 5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

Lazarat is the first neighbor of the ancient city of Gjirokastra and, on the other hand, bordered by the village belt of the Dropull area. The village lies on the slopes of Mali i Gjerë and at the southern end of the province of Labëria, on the right side of the road Gjirokastër - Kakavija, Lazarat has an ancient history, starting from the Illyrian period. According to a legend, there were two brothers; Clay and Color. Argjiri, with his sons, built the castle of Gjirokastra, while Kollori built a smaller castle in the territory of today's Lazarat, where its ruins are still located. In the century. XVI the village resisted the pressure for Islamization and, consequently, a part of the population had moved to Greece, where even today there is a village called Lazarat, whose inhabitants until recently spoke the Albanian language. The Lazarats supported Ali Pasha Tepelena with weapons and fought for the protection of Ioannina from the Ottoman army.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
You can chose the place where you want to enjoy a coffe or tea.
Parking Fees
You can contact us in advance for anything else you need .

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the center of the city of Gjirokastra near the Vodafone Shop or just call us and we can pick you up at any address in the city of Gjirokastra

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Lazarat is the first neighbor of the ancient city of Gjirokastra and, on the other hand, bordered by the village belt of the Dropull area. The village lies on the slopes of Mali i Gjerë and at the southern end of the province of Labëria, on the right side of the road Gjirokastër - Kakavija, Lazarat has an ancient history, starting from the Illyrian period.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The ancient bridge of Kordhoca is a perfect place that attracts most visitors or local people near Lazarat. The Bridge of Kordhoça" is a well-known bridge in the city of Gjirokastra, Albania. It is one of the symbols of this historic city. The bridge is built over the Drino River and has a unique architecture that reflects the characteristics of its construction period. This bridge has been a landmark and an element that helps define the skyline of Gjirokastra. The Bridge of Kordhoça was built in 1820

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The ancient tower of the Lazarat and the ancient ruins. In the part where the tower used to be, there is a breathtaking view where you can see the entire village completely, a very beautiful panorama where you can see everything, the view of the Drino River, the view of the fields, and also a part of the ancient city of Gjirokastra.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The unique experience of Sopoti mountain and the wild nature. Sopot Mountain is a significant geographical feature located in the southern part of Albania, near the city of Gjirokastra. It has played a crucial role in the region's history and is associated with early settlements dating back to ancient times. The mountainous terrain of Mali i Sopotit provided natural defenses and strategic advantages for ancient communities. Archaeological evidence suggests that this area was inhabited by various civilizations, including Illyrians, Greeks, and Romans.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    10 years story of the village that became the home of Cannabis and how it turned again into a peaceful and safe place with kind and friendly peoples. In Lazarat, you will experience a sensation where several years ago, some areas of Lazarat were cultivated with cannabis plants, where traces of empty plots still exist.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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