Elbasan, Albania is one of the renowned tourist destinations in the country. This charming city is situated in central Albania, on the banks of the Shkumbin River in the District of Elbasan and the County of Elbasan. Covering an area 1,290 square kilometers, Elbasan, Albania is one of the largest cities of the country. As of 2003, Elbasan had a population of about 100,000.
Elbasan, Albania is perched at an elevation of 150 meters. This historic city was founded in the 15th century. Until the beginning of the Second World War, Elbasan was one of the most beautiful Ottoman cities in Albania. During those days, the city featured a number of eastern and medieval buildings including magnificent mosques and Islamic buildings. There were also narrow paved streets and a large marketplace in the city. Within the walls of the castle in the city, there was a Christian settlement. A Vlach district was situated on the outskirts of the city.
The history of Elbasan, Albania goes back to the Roman period. At that time, the place was known as Masio Scampa. The Romans built an imposing fortress in Elbasan. During the third and fourth centuries, Elbasan was known as Hiskampis. It later became a major trade and transport centre.
One of the places for sightseeing in Elbasan, Albania is an Orthodox Church. This church is located in the heart of the city. There is another orthodox church and an old monastery, positioned at a distance of about 7 km from Elbasan. At this site, Saint Jovan Vladimir was buried in the early 11th century. Besides, there is a plethora of public buildings, modern educational institutions, lovely gardens and timber-built shops dotting the city.
Elbasan, Albania became famous after the Chinese constructed a steel mill here in the year 1974. Since then, hordes of tourists from different corners of the globe have been flocking the city of Elbasan in Albania every year. There are a number of places of interest in the city that you must surely visit on your trip. Come to Elbasan, Albania and enjoy a trip that will remain etched in your mind forever.
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