Annunciation Monastery

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The Annunciation Monastery is a Cultural Monument of Albania, located in Vanistër, Gjirokastër County. ()

Coordinates: 40°0'12"N, 20°10'40"E

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GjirokastërAlbania

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Annunciation Monastery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Blue Eye, Gjirokastër Castle, Zekate House, Teqe Mosque.

5.5 miS
Protected area, Natural attraction
Blue Eye, Sarandë
142 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Sarandë, Albania, lies a natural wonder that has captivated the hearts of locals and travelers alike: the Blue Eye (Syri i Kaltër). This stunning water spring is renowned for its crystal-clear waters that range from deep blue...
5.2 miNW
12th-century fortress and military museum
Gjirokastër Castle, Gjirokastër
134 min walk • Perched high above the city of Gjirokastër, Albania, the Gjirokastër Castle dominates the skyline, offering a window into the city's storied past. This ancient fortress, a testament to the region's rich history, is one of the biggest castles in the Balkans and a...
5.5 miNW
Historical place
Zekate House, Gjirokastër
140 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Gjirokastër, Albania, the Zekate House stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. This exemplary piece of Ottoman-era architecture, constructed in 1812, exemplifies the grandeur of 19th-century Albanian...
5.3 miNW
Mosque
Teqe Mosque, Gjirokastër
136 min walk • Nestled within the historical tapestry of Gjirokastër, a city recognized by UNESCO for its well-preserved Ottoman architecture, the Teqe Mosque stands as a silent witness to the rich cultural heritage of Albania. This modest yet significant mosque is a testament...
5.5 miNW
Museum
Ethnographic Museum, Gjirokastër
140 min walk • Nestled within the historical city of Gjirokastër, Albania, lies the Ethnographic Museum, a cultural gem that offers visitors a deep dive into the traditional way of life of the region's inhabitants. Housed in a building that is a fine example of 18th-century Ottoman...
5.3 miNW
Mosque
Gjirokastër Mosque, Gjirokastër
135 min walk • The Bazaar Mosque, also known as Memi Bey Mosque, is a mosque located in Gjirokastër, Albania.
5.3 miN
Church
Holy Transfiguration Church, Gjirokastër
136 min walk • Holy Transfiguration Church, also known as Church of Gjirokastër is an Orthodox church in Gjirokastër, Albania. The church was built in 1784. It is a Cultural Monument of Albania since 1963.
5 miNE
Forts and castles
Libohovë Castle, Libohovë
128 min walk • Libohovë Castle is a castle in Libohovë, southern Albania. It was built between 1796 and 1798 by Ali Pasha of Ioannina.
5.4 miNW
Memorial
Obelisk, Gjirokastër
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5.3 miNW
Square
Çerçiz Topulli Square, Gjirokastër
136 min walk • Çerçiz Topulli Square is a town square located in Gjirokastër, Albania. In fact, it is actually a widened street located east of the entrance of Qafa e Pazarit The city's Old Bazaar begins at the upper corner of the square.
5.4 miNW
40°4'31"N • 20°8'7"E
Skenduli House, Gjirokastër
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