The people of Lezha commemorated the 617th anniversary of Skanderbeg’s birth with a concert at the historical memorial of the national hero. Under the musical sounds and interpretation of lyrical verses, actors Ndriçim Xhepa, Rajmonda Bulku and Kristaq Skrami evoked special emotions to the audience.

The 617th anniversary of the birth of our national hero Gjergj Kastriot Skënderbeg is commemorated differently this time in the historical memorial in Lezha, through an artistic recital concert with musical sounds and lyrical verses.

Paulin Zefi, head of Cultural Heritage in the Municipality of Lezha says that the commemoration of historical events should become an annual tradition.

“It is important that we commemorate this important historical date. We wish that this continues and turns into an annual tradition “, said Paulin Zefi.

“It was an idea to promote beautiful Albanian poetry. We have brought poems from old and contemporary Albanian poets. We have chosen these cultural heritage sites to promote the cultural heritage “, said the actor Kristaq Skrami

Gjergj Kastrioti was born on May 6, 1405 in Debar and his birthday is also associated with the feast of St. George.

/Klara Ruci/