Lissus & Skanderbeg Memorial
Illyrian acropolis and the hero's tomb
Lezhë, Lezhë County
Northwest & CoastLezhë
About
The ancient city of Lissus was a stronghold of the Illyrian Labeatae, fortified in the late 4th century BC and later an important Roman town. Below the acropolis stands the Skanderbeg Memorial, marking where the national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg was buried in 1468 after founding the League of Lezhë here in 1444.
Practical info
- Best Season
- April – October
- Typical visit
- 1–2.5 hours
- Outdoor
Did You Know?
Albania's national hero Skanderbeg was buried here in 1468 in the Church of Saint Nicholas, now his mausoleum, within the ancient Illyrian city of Lissus.