Gjergj Fishta commemorations and literary awards held in Lezhë

Lezhë hosted various activities to mark the 155th anniversary of the birth of Gjergj Fishta, a central figure in Albanian literature and the author of the epic poem ‘Lahuta e Malcis’. The commemorations included the fifth edition of the Gjergj Fishta literary prizes, which received 83 entries from across Albanian-speaking regions in categories of poetry, prose, and translation.

Key award winners include Zef Përgega for the ‘Gjurmë Fishtjane’ prize with ‘Epika Malësore’, Rudolf Marku for best poetry, Flutura Açke for best prose, and Agron Tufa for best translation. The event aimed to honor Fishta’s legacy and promote contemporary Albanian creativity.

Separately, discussions regarding the preservation of cultural heritage were raised following the reported damage to a monument dedicated to Fishta’s work in Lezhë, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding the protection of national historical symbols.