National Park of Blue Eye and The Fortress of Lekuresi

Overview

On this tour we will explore The National Park of “Blue Eye,” and The Fortress Lekuresi. Both sites are attractive tourist places, both rich in history and beauty.

Tour Program

Tours’ Departure & Return location: Saranda

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

The Blue Eye

We will explore the National Park of “Blue Eye” – an attractive tourist place, located in the village of Muzinë, near the national road Delvinë – Gjirokastër. It’s a very picturesque area, where crystal clear water gushes out from within the mountain Mali i Gjërë. This actual spring is the largest and a most interesting source among the other 18 springs that flow from Mali i Gjërë. It has been declared a Natural Monument and has oval shape similar to the shape of an eye.The spring has great depth, which goes up to 50m, and it’s surrounded by dense and lush vegetation. All in all, the area offers a great time out for adults, as well as for children.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lekuresi Castle

On this tour we will explore The Fortress of Lekuresi, believed to have been built in 1537, when Sultan Sulejmani attacked Corfu. The castle is located within the ruins of Lekuresi village, on the top of the hill, above the city of Saranda. It really is a strategic position where you can see the entire bay of Saranda, the road that leads to Butrint and the islands of Ksamil. In addition, you can also see the Island of Corfu. A place rich in history, and a fantastic view.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included