The Archeological Site of Bylis: Explore Illyrian Civilization with a Guided Tour from Fier
Fier County
Discover the ancient city of Bylis, a remarkable site of Illyrian civilization. Join a guided tour from Fier and explore its impressive monuments and rich history.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Bylis is the most worthy representative of the Illyrian civilization. The city was founded in the II-I century BC. own coins intended for the Bylin community and the city, which proves Bylis as the capital of the Bylin community, which also included the cities of Nikaja (today’s village of Klos 1.5 km from Bylisi), the Illyrian cities of Margëllić and Gurzezë and many ancient fortifications and villages.

What's Included
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop-off service
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
  • Minimum 2 participants required
  • Experienced tour guide included
What's Not Included
  • All not mentioned in ‘’included’’
Additional Information

Leaving Fier at 9:00 in the morning, we will arrive at The Archaeological Site of Bylis in less than an hour. The ancient city of Bylis is situated along the Ballsh-Tepelen national road, merely 35 km from Fieri, 10 km from Ballshi, and 1.5 km from the heart of Hekal village. Established in the early years of the 4th century BC, the city soon became home to significant landmarks such as a fortified wall extending 2.2 km, 3.5 m wide and 9 m tall, encircling an area of ​​30 hectares. Bylis stands as a notable beacon of the Illyrian civilization. The city, founded in the 2nd to 1st century BC, had its own coins minted for the Bylin residents and the city, attesting to Bylis being the central city of the Bylin community which also encompassed the cities of Nikaja (present-day village of Klos, 1.5 km from Bylis), the Illyrian cities of Margëllić and Gurzezë and numerous ancient fortresses and settlements.

Location
Bylis
Rruga E Hekalit, Mallakastër
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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