Berat and Gjirokastra

The Historic Centres of Berat and Gjirokastra are both well-preserved Ottoman towns, decorated with outstanding examples of kule: Balkan-Ottoman style tower houses. Both towns have been inhabited continuously since ancient times.

Berat has been particularly marked by the peaceful coexistence of Ottoman Islam with a large Christian minority.
The designated area includes Berat castle, mosques, churches and the Gorica bridge.

Gjirokastra was built around a 13th century citadel. From the 14th to the 19th century it developed into a regional center. Residential quarters, the bazaar, churches and mosques were built vertically and in stone