Luigj Gurakuqi University Library, Shkodra

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Luigj Gurakuqi University Library is the library of the Luigj Gurakuqi University of Shkodra in Shkodër, Albania. It traces its history to the establishment of the Pedagogical Institute in 1957 with a stock of about 1000 books, mainly in Albanian. Today, this library has about 150,000 books. It includes a holding of thirty two rare volumes form the early part of the sixteenth century. The older stock is in the process of digitization to ensure longevity of the items and improve advisability. The library runs exchanges with Albanian and foreign libraries. ()

Coordinates: 42°4'16"N, 19°30'57"E

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Luigj Gurakuqi University Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Stephen's Cathedral, Ebu Beker Mosque, Parrucë Mosque, Nativity Cathedral.

0.4 miSE
Church
St. Stephen's Cathedral, Shkodra
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~1280 ftS
Mosque
Ebu Beker Mosque, Shkodra
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0.5 miSW
Mosque
Parrucë Mosque, Shkodra
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~900 ftS
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Nativity Cathedral, Shkodra
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~880 ftS
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Marubi National Museum of Photography, Shkodra
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0.9 miW
Church
Franciscan Church of Shkodër, Shkodra
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0.4 miW
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Qendër Tregtare, Shkodra
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Shkodra Historical Museum, Shkodra
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42°3'54"N • 19°31'12"E
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~1270 ftS
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Kolë Idromeno St., Shkodra
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Luigj Gurakuqi University Library?

Nearby attractions include Marubi National Museum of Photography, Shkodra (5 min walk), Nativity Cathedral, Shkodra (5 min walk), Kolë Idromeno St., Shkodra (6 min walk), Franciscan Church, Shkodra (7 min walk).

How to get to Luigj Gurakuqi University Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Luigj Gurakuqi University Library:

Bus

Universiteti • Lines: Line 1 (2 min walk)
Sheshi Demokracia • Lines: Line 1 (6 min walk)

Train

Shkodër (24 min walk)