Skanderbeg Monument (Tirana)

Albania / Tirana / Tirana
 monument, place with historical importance, interesting place, equestrian statue
Standing regally at the head of Sheshi Skënderbeu is a huge statue of Gjergj Kastrioti, also known as Skanderbeg. He led a successful rebellion against the Ottoman Empire and kept Albania free for about 25 years. In Western Europe, he has been known as the "Saviour of Christianity" since his actions effectively prevented the Ottoman Turks from launching a full-fledged invasion of Europe.
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Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skanderbeg_Monument
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Coordinates:   41°19'39"N   19°49'6"E

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