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Gjergj Kastrioti National Museum Kruja Castle, Rruga Kala, Kruje 1501, Albania ☎ +355 511 22225 Last Updated: 11/13/2024 |
| The Gjergj Kastrioti National Museum, located in Krujë, Albania, is a museum dedicated to Albania's national hero, Gjergj Kastrioti, widely known as Skanderbeg. Nestled within the Krujë Castle complex, this museum honors Skanderbeg’s legacy as a leader who fought to defend Albania and much of the Balkans from Ottoman invasion during the 15th century. | |
| The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts, documents, and exhibits related to Skanderbeg’s life and military campaigns, showcasing items like replicas of his armor and weapons, medieval banners, and maps detailing his battles. It also contains artwork, such as statues and reliefs depicting scenes from Skanderbeg’s life, and rooms that recreate the ambiance of his time. One of the standout displays is a replica of Skanderbeg's helmet, adorned with a goat head, which has become an enduring symbol of his leadership and resistance. | |
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