The museum opened in 1982 and is located in Krujë Castle. Since opening the museum has been the most visited places in the country. The building was designed by the daughter and son-in-law of Enver Hoxha with inspiration from Aleks Buda, the then chair of the Academy of Sciences of Albania.

Upon entering the museum visitors are greeted by a large relief of Skanderbeg and his soldiers. The huge work represents the countless battles fought by the national hero. The exhibits of have been arranged in order to chronicle Skanderbeg’s life and military achievements as well as soldiers’ uniforms and weapons.

The Skanderbeg Museum appears in our Complete Guide to Visiting Krujë!

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