Pogradec-Monumental Tombs of Lower Selca Path
After walking for almost 1 hour by car, we will see a wonderful view of the area and the village of Lower Selce full of greenery and high mountain terrain. During the trip tourists will stop to visit and get acquainted with the Golik Bridge as an important part of the old Ancient Road "Egnatia" built by the Romans. The main destination of the day will be the Illyrian Monumental Cemetery where tourists will get acquainted with the history of these Illyrian royal tombs which are unique in the World Cultural Heritage. The village has a wonderful view with fresh air where we can also enjoy traditional local cuisine. Then we will climb a small walking path where the Monumental Tombs of Lower Selca are located.
The monumental tombs of Selca are located on the eastern side of the hill called Gradishte, in which are the traces of the Illyrian city of Pelion. The tombs are located between the acropolis and the outer neighborhoods of the former city. They are carved into the rock of the hill facade and date back to the 15th century. IV-III p.l.K. From the excavations carried out here, 5 monumental tombs have emerged on the surface, grouped in three areas located about 100 m away from each other. In the first area are the graves no. 1, 2 and 3 carved in the rock, in the second area is the grave no. 4 is carved in the rock while in the third area there is tomb no.5 built with a stone arch. The monumental tombs of Selca are an important part of the Illyrian city of Lower Selca. They are the most famous architectural aspect of this city. The period of their construction coincides with the peak period of the city's development.
This trail starts from the city center of Pogradec where you will travel by car for 56 minutes to the village of Selce e Poshtme. The distance between Pogradec to Lower Selca is 41 km. The distance from the village of Selcë e Poshtme to the Monumental Tombs is a few minutes (walking path).
The road to the village of Selce e Poshtme is paved and can be done with any kind of car.
