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Krujë District
Map showing the district within Albania
Map showing the district within Albania
Country  Albania
County Durrës County
Capital Krujë

The District of Krujë was one of the thirty-six districts of Albania. It was part of Durrës County. About 67,698 people lived there in 2010. The main city and capital of the district is Krujë.

What is a District?

A district is like a smaller area within a larger region. Think of it as a county or a specific part of a state. Albania used to be divided into these districts to help manage different areas.

Location of Krujë District

The Krujë District was located in the western part of Albania. It was close to the country's coast. Being part of Durrës County meant it was connected to a larger administrative area.

The Capital City: Krujë

The city of Krujë is very important to the district. It served as the capital. This means it was the main center for government and business in the area. Krujë is also famous for its history. It is known as the hometown of Albania's national hero, Skanderbeg.

People and Life in the District

In 2010, nearly 68,000 people called Krujë District home. People in the district lived in the main city and in smaller towns or villages. Life there often involved farming and local businesses. The district's economy was supported by its people and their work.

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