Peshkopi: Thermal Springs and Cultural Heritage

East of Peshkopi, the thermal springs lie in the Shërimi Valley, about 1.5 kilometres from the city. Their water has a temperature of 35 to 43.5 °C and a flow rate of 14 litres per second. The springs emerge from gypsum formations of Korab and contain 600 mg/l of H₂S and 3,800 to 4,500 mg/l of minerals.

Culture

The Ethnographic and Historical Museum of Peshkopi is located in the city centre, about 30 metres from the main boulevard. In its archaeological pavilion, it displays finds from various parts of Dibër dating from the Early Neolithic to the Middle Ages. The collection on display also includes traditional clothing from Dibër, waistcoats embroidered with gold thread, and cradles.

In the old quarter of Peshkopi stands the Old Mosque, near the Llixha stream. It is more than 100 years old and belongs to the Kadiri type. On 14 April 1914, Haki Sharofi opened the first Albanian school in Peshkopi there. In 1990, the Old Mosque was once again used as a religious building.

The Skanderbeg statue stands along the Haki-Stërmilli promenade. It is dedicated to Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, the Albanian national hero of the years 1405–1468.

History

On the southeastern outskirts of Peshkopi lies Gradishta e Begjunecit, a cultural monument and archaeological site between the village of Begjunec and the Banja stream. The site was inhabited during three periods: the Late Bronze Age and Early Iron Age, Late Antiquity, and the Middle Ages. From the elevated Gradishta e Begjunecit, the entire Peshkopi basin could be viewed.

Rabdisht, about 6 kilometres from Peshkopi, has preserved traditional elements and was part of the Albanian “100 Villages” project.

Routes and Events

A city tour of Peshkopi conveys the history, culture, and heritage of the city. It passes through the old quarter, the surrounding area, the museum, the promenade, and the urban area. The tour of the old quarter proceeds on foot along cobblestone streets past houses historically associated with merchants and craftsmen from Dibra e Madhe.

Access to the Rrafshi i Korabit from Peshkopi initially follows country roads and then footpaths towards the Korab summit.

The Cultural Centre of the Municipality of Peshkopi lists the nationwide “Oda Dibrane” festival among its artistic and cultural activities. At the festival’s 30th anniversary, folk groups from Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, and the Presheva Valley were scheduled to perform Albanian songs, dances, and traditions.

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More Destinations

If you would like to compare another place in Albania in addition to Peshkopi, you can also visit Burrel.

To the higher-level travel overview: Dibra County.