Prizren Fortress
Kalaja e Prizrenit
A fortress towering above the old town, dating from the Byzantine to Ottoman periods. From it you can overlook red-tiled roofs, minarets and the Bistrica River valley.
The hill where Prizren Fortress stands has been fortified since Roman times. It was expanded in turn by the Byzantines, the medieval Serbian kingdom and the Ottoman Empire. Surviving walls, towers and barracks remain, and in recent years the paths and viewing platforms have been restored. The climb from Shadrvan Square takes about 20 to 30 minutes, following stone steps and narrow lanes, and passes the Church of the Savior. From the top you can see the entire old town and the distant Sar Mountains. The sunset, with the call to prayer ringing out at the same time, is especially moving. Access is mostly free and open all day. Wear non-slip shoes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Church of the Holy Saviour, Prizren
- Albanian League of Prizren Complex
- Gazi Mehmed Pasha Mosque (Bajrakli)
- Sinan Pasha Mosque
- Gazi Mehmed Pasha Hammam
- Old Stone Bridge (Prizren)
- Shadërvan Square
- Cathedral of St. George, Prizren