Elbasan Castle
| Elbasan Castle | |
|---|---|
| Elbasan, Albania | |
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Elbasan Castle | |
  Elbasan Castle | |
| Coordinates | 41°06′47″N 20°04′48″E / 41.113°N 20.080°E |
| Type | Castle |
| Site history | |
| Built | 15th century |
Elbasan castle is a 15th-century fortress located in the city of Elbasan, Albania.[1] The castle was initially composed of 26 equidistant 9 m (30 ft) high towers. Part of Via Egnatia passes through the castle.
Sinan Pasha's Turkish bath is situated within the walls of the castle. It is a well preserved attraction built in the early 19th century.
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