Kalaja e Lëkurësit, also known as Lëkurësi Castle, rises prominently on a strategic hill overlooking Sarandë and commands vistas extending across the Ionian Sea to the island of Corfu. Built in 1537 by Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, this 16th-century fortress showcases a blend of Ottoman and Venetian military architecture with its nearly square shape and two round towers featuring defensive loopholes. Located just seven minutes from the town center, the castle is free to visit daily from 8 AM to 11 PM and features an on-site restaurant serving Albanian cuisine during the summer season.
