Pogradec Castle (Albanian: Kalaja e Pogradecit) is a ruined castle in Pogradec,[1] eastern Albania. At its highest point, it stands 205 metres (673 ft) above Lake Ohrid.
| Pogradec Castle | |
|---|---|
Kalaja e Pogradecit | |
| Pogradec, in Southeastern Albania | |
 Wall Ruins of Pogradec Castle. | |
.svg)  Pogradec Castle | |
| Coordinates | 40°54′29″N 20°38′47″E / 40.908056°N 20.646389°E |
| Site information | |
| Owner |  Albania |
| Controlled by | Illyrian tribes  Roman Empire  Byzantine Empire  Principality of Arbanon  Principality of Gropa  League of Lezhë  Ottoman Empire Albania |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Site history | |
| Built | 5th century BC |
| Materials | Ancient blocks |
History
The Pogradec Castle was built on an Illyrian settlement of the 5th century BC. A possible identificatioin with the ancient Enkelana has been proposed.[2]
Restoration
Ilir Xhakolli has announced to the public that there will be a Restoration project for the Castle. The project aims to carry out archaeological excavations to discover the buried parts of the castle and conserve the discoveries for locals and tourists to view. There will be a Panoramic Balcony and an Archaeological Museum in the area of the Castle. The European Union is financing the project while the Municipality will be paving the road.[3]
References
Media related to Pogradec Castle at Wikimedia Commons