From Tirana: Kruja and Sari Salltik Temple Day Trip

From Tirana: Kruja and Sari Salltik Temple Day Trip

Name: From Tirana: Kruja and Sari Salltik Temple Day Trip
Address: Macedonia

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Discover the history of Kruja and the Sari Salltik Temple on a day trip from Tirana. Visit the Castle of Kruja, the Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum, and the Dollma Tekke.

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Highlights

Discover the history of Kruja
Visit the Castle of Kruja
Explore the traditional Old Bazaar of Kruja
Visit Sari Salltik Temple
Take in panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea

Description

Visit the city of Kruja and the Sari Salltik Temple on a day trip from Tirana. Explore the castle of Kruja, the Old Bazaar, and the Ethnographic Museum. Then, head to the Sari Salltik Temple, a holy place of the Baktashi order. Situated atop a hill overlooking a lush green valley, Kruja is not just another picturesque town in Albania; it’s a symbol of Albania’s resilience and strength throughout history. Historically, the city was coveted for its strategic vantage point and experienced various conquerors, from the Romans to the Byzantines. Visit the Castle of Kruja, which was a bastion of uncompromising resistance against the Ottoman Empire. The Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum is situated inside the castle walls, which date back to the fifth and sixth centuries A.D. The museum itself was inaugurated in 1981. Within the walls of the castle are also the Ethnographic Museum and the Dollma Tekke. Near the castle’s entrance is a traditional market, which dates back to the period of Skanderbeg. Here, tourists can find Albanian craft products such as embroidered items, carpeting, silver objects, copper, alabaster, filigree, traditional clothing, and antiques. After walking through the city, visit the Sari Salltik Temple. The Tekke of Sari Salltik is a holy place of the Baktashi order, a Sufi branch of the Islamic religion, located atop of Sarisalltik mountain at 1176m above sea level. At its peak, Sarisalltik mountain has a large cave, which is 15m deep and 4m high. Inside the cave, there is a sacred fountain. Next to the cave, there is Masjid –a small mosque, that is the first one every built in Albania. Inside of which, there is the grave of St. Sari Salltik. Sari Salltik is a legendary figure of the Bektashi order. But a lot of people come to visit this mountain as well in order to enjoy a panoramic view from ‘the balcony of the Adria’, which looks over the surrounding area towards the Adriatic sea.

Includes

Visit to Kruja city and Castle of Kruja Entrance to the Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg Museum Exploration of the traditional Old Bazaar of Kruja Visit to Sari Salltik Temple and its surroundings Panoramic views from Sarisalltik mountain

Important Information

Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a significant amount of walking. Bring a camera for the scenic views. Consider bringing a hat and sunscreen on sunny days. Be prepared for varying weather conditions at the mountain peak. Carry water and snacks for the hike to Sari Salltik Temple.