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Berat Castle
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Berat Castle is a living fortress, still inhabited by locals, that crowns a hill above the city. Visitors can wander its cobbled lanes past Byzantine churches, Ottoman-era houses, and remnants of ancient walls. The site's layered architecture reflects centuries of rule, while the panoramic terrace provides a stunning vantage point over the white Ottoman houses and the river below. It's a place where history feels present, not just preserved.
Don't miss
- Walk the fortified walls for 360-degree views of Berat and the valley
- Explore the 13th-century Church of the Holy Trinity within the castle
- See the Onufri Iconographic Museum in the Cathedral of Dormition of St. Mary
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