Municipality in Elbasan, Albania
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In the environment of this museum is presented the economic life of the country's population developed on the basis of the living conditions of the climate and the establishment of settlements. An important place is the family setting as a guest house that reflects the good hospitality tradition and the home of bread. In this environment are located characteristic features of the rural apartment. Librazhd is located in a very favorable geographic position development of different skills such as stone, wood, and metal processing.
The Hermit Cave
Koshorisht Hermit's Church, a unique cultural monument, believed to be a creation of the 9th-12th century AD. It is a unique and historical site. This cave church is on a cliff in height about 70 m from the river of Qarrishta where Mary and the disciples were painted during a ceremony. It retains its original colours despite the padsing of time. Many of the residents of these areas go to visit a shrine that brings you luck. Many other visitors, local and foreign tourists, remain captivated by its beauty.
Located northwest of the village of Monte Pear Librazhdit district, on the eastern slope of Mount Polis and rocky ravine Bee Rock with height 1409 m.
Circuses and Shebenik Glacial Lakes
This lake is on the northern slope of Shebenik Peak, at 1800 m altitude, in a large circus glacial complex. Here glacial forms are developed. There are crystal-clear water and cool. During winter freezes on the surface. It stands for rich vibrant world.
The mountain is about 80 km from Tirana, is between Elbasan and Librazhd in a place called Mirake. There is diverse vegetation which is an attraction for different biologists. 6 months of the year is covered by snow. There can be developed winter tourism, winter sports, horseback riding, skiing, etc.
In Gizavesh Village there is a cave known with the name “Cave of the Old Lady”. Because it is thought and said that before there has lived an old lady. Many years ago, it was thought that this cave connected two villages, Gizavesh and Librazhd Katund, but now this road is blocked. In the entrance there is a water spring and in the cave there are special stones that sparkle. To visit the cave, you must have lighting.
Street Egnatia, which is also known as “Via Egnatia”, is one of the major roads with importance of the ancient world. It was built in 149-120 BC by the Roman proconsul of Macedonia. Via Egnatia has known trade, historical battles, church preachers, Roman and Ottoman religions. This road is still kept untouched, throughout the upstream of Shkumbin river, particularly in mountainous areas of Librazhd from Miraka to Qukës.
The object, which was declared "Cultural monument" is about 20 km northeast of Elbasan, 5 km before reaching the town of Librazhd, directly on the Shkumbin river bed. It was built in 1715 by Ahmad from Elbasan, according to the inscription on the plaque of Turkish stone in the bridge, which is now preserved in the museum of Librazhd.
The park contains a number of wild flora and fauna as well as a number of rare and endemic plants and mountains over 2,200 m. Just northeast of town, this park offers dramatic mountain scenery, crystal-clear lakes and dense forests. You can hike to Mt. Maja e Shebenik (over 2,000 m), explore the Ice Cave of Akullit or simply enjoy a picnic by alpine streams.
An ancient road constructed by the Romans in the 2nd century BCE that passes near Librazhd and Elbasan en route from Istanbul to Durrës.
Restaurant serving traditional Albanian food. Inexpensive, family friendly, spacious with ample parking, friendly staff, and warm atmosphere.
Rozafa Fish City is a place where you can enjoy a great day. It stands between the cities of Elbasan and Librazhd. By car, it takes 5 min from Elbasan to Fish City and from Librazhd, it takes nearly 15 minutes. This place offers almost everything. It has a great restaurant serving all types of food: sea food, meat and traditional food of the area. Service is quick. When you walk around the place you seem the place is built on a communism military base that is now turned into an attractive place. It has a playground for kids and families can enjoy their drinks in an open area. Whereas the hotel is pretty luxurious and it costs €50 per night.
Librazhd sits between the cities of Elbasan and Pogradec, and is also on the road between Tirana and North Macedonia.
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If you have or rent a bike, you’ll love cycling along in Librazhd. The terrain is mostly flat and safe for a relaxed ride.
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