2 days visit of Gjirokaster, Vjosa valley and Thermal Baths of Permet

More details about Gjirokaster:

Gjirokastra,the picturesque stone city of Albania.
Our small country has been blessed with amazing nature, from the
Albanian Alps in the north to the beautiful beaches of the Albanian Riviera
in the south.
One of the main attractions and popular tourist destinations in the south of
Albania is undoubtedly the stone city of Gjirokastra.
During the summer months this Ottoman styled city is definitely one of the
most lively places in our county.
As per architecture, Gjirokastra is noted for its traditional Ottoman houses,
stone roads, houses like museums, and of course the castle, Argjiro
Castle.

Positioned just one hour from the city of Saranda Gjirokastra becomes a
frequently visited city especially during the season of summer , tourists
enjoy the special architecture of the city resembling old times.
During the night a lot of youngsters fill the restaurant and in the stone
roads and like to eat a traditional dessert and foods or having their favorite
drink.
The castle of Gjirokastra is one particular attraction and there you can visit
the museum and enjoy a journey of history lessons.
While in the old Bazaar don’t hesitate to buy a small traditional dessert of
the city from the locals or you can also take a small souvenir to keep it as a
memory for your visit in this beautiful stone city.
Gjirokastra can be visited at any time of the year though, youngsters will
find it better to come in this city during busy summer months when the city
attracts a lot more tourists and its activities continue until late night.
The stone city of Gjirokasta is the birthplace of a very acknowledged
Albanian writer, Ismail Kadare who has been nominated a dozen of times
for the Nobel prize in Literacy.
Also the notorious communist leader Enver Hoxha has been born here in
this city and during your visit you can notice these interesting houses.

Beside the Ottoman Era houses with fortified walls and the beautiful old
bazaar with its stone roads this city is also noted for its cuisine.
Even a coffee tastes different as you get lost in the stone architecture of
this city at the old market.
Below we will write some frequent questions/answers that we find helpful
for anyone planning a visit to this beautiful town.