Elbasan Castle

Elbasan castle (Albanian: Kalaja e Elbasanit) is a 15th-century fortress in the city of Elbasan, Albania.[1] The castle was initially composed of 26 equidistant 9-metre (30 ft) high towers. Part of Via Egnatia passes through the castle Foundations. The Elbasan Castle was built upon Roman and Byzantine Foundations and the original settlement was built in the 3rd century.There were periods of settlement in Elbasan castle. 3-4th century,5-6th century and finally 11-15th century and finally the ottoman era.[2]

Inside of the Castle.

Elbasan Castle
Kalaja e Elbasanit
Elbasan, Albania
Elbasan Castle
Elbasan Castle
Coordinates	41.113°N 20.080°E / 41.113; 20.080
Type	Castle
Site information
Owner	Albania
Controlled by	Roman Empire  Byzantine Empire Kingdom of Albania Muzaka Family  Ottoman Empire  Albania
Open to the public	Yes
Site history
Built	3rd century

The southern gate of the Elbasan Castle with the Two Lion Fountains.

Sinan Pasha's Turkish bath is within the walls of the castle. It is a well-preserved attraction built in the early 19th century.