Albanian
Cities - Shkodra
Founded in the IV century B.C., it was the chief town of Illyrian tribe
of Labeats and later on during the reign of King Gent the chief centre
of the Illyrian state. During the XIV century became the main centre
of the princedom of Bushatllinj. In 1396 it was conquered by Venedik.
During its long history the city has played a very important role in
Albanian culture and history. Today the city and the area around are
blessed with numerous and different natural and cultural objects. The
city retains its characteristic appearance with narrow streets with
tall stone walls on both sides and tall gates. The most attractive quarters
with such peculiarities are Serresh and Gijadol, but the most Click
image to enlarge important objects is the Castle of Rozafa. The castle
is located in the western part of the city, between Drini and Buna Rivers.
The history of the castle starts since the Illyrian times. A very interesting legend explains its history. The main theme of the legend has to do with keeping of promise. Rozafa the bride of the youngest of three brothers, was walled up in order that the walls of the castle do not fall down by the night. The water passing through the stones at the main entrance are connected in the folk fantasy with the water going out from the bossom of Rozafa, which she left out during the time she was walled up in order to feed her little baby.
Another interesting historical site are the ruins of medieval town of Sarda, situated only 15 km far away from Shkodra. Sarda was a mediaval town with a surface of 5 ha built on the top of the hill surrounded by the waters of Drini river (now artificial lake). It was the residential place of the famous Dukagjini Feudal Family. There was a great prince palace of this family. Sarda was encompassed by walls. Today remains contains the old gate of the " prince palace" and the church of "Our Lady" which is a romanesce style.
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