Margëlliç Castle

#149 among destinations in Albania

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Margëlliç Castle is a castle in the village of Margëlliç near Patos, western Albania. It is a castle that dates from the 7th century AD and is found on top of a hill. The castle was part of the defence system of the ancient city of Byllis. The castle has also been the scene of a World War II battle between the Wehrmacht and Albanian Partisans. ()

Local name: Kalaja e Margëlliçit Coordinates: 40°40'18"N, 19°40'2"E

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Margëlliç Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Adush Muça Stadium, Alush Noga Stadium.

6.2 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Adush Muça Stadium
158 min walk • Adush Muça Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Ballsh, Albania. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of Bylis. The stadium has a capacity of 5,200 people.
2.3 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Alush Noga Stadium
58 min walk • Alush Noga Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Patos, Albania. The stadium has a capacity of 2,150 people and it is mostly used for football matches and it is the home ground of KS Albpetrol.