Këlcyrë Gorge (Gryka e Këlcyrës) is a 13 km long gorge near Këlcyrë along the Vjosa River. Small waterfalls sprout along its walls while a number of tourist areas exist in the region with the main being at Rrepët e Grykës. Further down are Langarica and Carhova River Canyons.
Benjë Thermal Waters and Katiu Bridge (Llixhat e Benjës dhe Ura e Katiut) are located 8 km from Përmet in Petran Commune. Small thermal water lakes have been formed from the many water sources with varying temperatures. Nearby is located the Katiu or Ali Pasha Ottoman Bridge built by the latter in 19th century.
Cold Water of Tepelena (Uji i Ftohtë Tepelenë) is a natural fresh water source found 8 km south of Tepelenë along the Gjirokastër-Tepelenë highway (SH4). The area features a rest area with a restaurant of traditional cuisine, and a bottling complex of the famous Uji Ali Pashë Tepelena company.
Frashëri Brothers Museum House and Tombs (Shtëpia Muze dhe Varrezat e Vëllezërve Frashëri) located in Frashër village inside Fir of Hotova National Park boundaries. The brothers are the leading figures of Albanian National Renaissance movement (Rilindja Kombetare) initiating Albania's break from the Ottoman Empire in 1912. There is also found Bektashi Tekke of Frasheri
Church of Leusa (Shen Maria) in Leusa village near Permet features outstanding iconography paintings. Probably the most spectacular church in Albania, it was not burned in WW2 from it resembling more an art gallery than a church.
Viroit Park (Parku i Viroit) is a park encompassing the Viroi Lake and surrounding hills located 2 km north of Gjirokastër along the SH4. The park features a relaxing environment and an accommodation area.
Myfit Bey Sarajet and Castle, and the Tombs of Ali Pashe Tepelena's Sister and Nephew in Libohove village southeast of Gjirokaster. Visit the 400 year old olive tree at the centre of town.
Shen Pjeter and Shen Gjergji Churches in Dardhe village
Church of Mali Grad Island on Prespa Lake
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