Attraction
Zekate House
Gjirokastër, Albania
About Zekate House
The Zekate House was built in 1811 and is one of the best preserved Ottoman tower houses in Gjirokastër, with twin towers, a large reception room and painted ceilings. It is privately owned and open to visitors for a small fee.
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More to see around Gjirokastër
Information source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Good to know
- Is Zekate House worth visiting?
- Zekate House is one of the attraction highlights we list in Albania. This page covers what to know before you go and which restaurants are nearby.
- Where can I eat near Zekate House?
- Nearby restaurants are listed on this page. Those already on Woltaro can be booked online; the others are shown for reference with their address and map location.
- When is the best time to visit Zekate House?
- Shoulder season, late spring and early autumn, is generally quieter and cooler than midsummer, when popular spots in Albania are busiest around midday.
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