Ali Pasha's castle in Butrint, also called the Venetian castle, is a fortress in southern Albania, located on an island at the mouth of the Vivari channel that connects Lake Butrint with the Ionian Sea. The name of the stronghold built by 1718 comes from the name of Ali Pasha of Tepelena, who ruled briefly here in 1820. Access to the fortress is only possible by boat.
The stronghold, whose history dates back to the 13th century, changed hands over the years, being under the control of the Venetians, the French and the Turks. In 1800 the fortress was conquered by Ali Pasha, who then renovated it and controlled it until 1822. At that time, Ali Pasha's Castle in Butrint became an important military facility in Albania, whose main task was to control traffic at sea.
Currently, the stronghold is located in the Butrint National Park. The best preserved fragments of the building are the central tower and walls rising to a height of 5 meters. Tourists visiting the castle of Ali Pasha in the town of Butrint can admire the beautiful views and see the remains of the fortress of important historical, military and cultural significance. The park also has an archaeological site, presenting the ancient cultural monuments of several civilizations.
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