Zhulati

Zhulati is a town in South Albania, in south east Europe. It played a significant role in the creation of the Albanian Nation.

Notable personalities

Petro Zhulati

One of the most powerful landlord to have lived in Zhulati. It is believed to have lived in the 11th century. He died in battle while fighting against the Byzantine empire.

Poem written for Petro Zhulati and believed to have been recited by his mother during his funeral.

Original version (Albanian)

Lum, o bir, Petro Zhulati Kal i kuq sa gjysëm shpati Me Bizant të zu inati Ç’i bëre gjithë ata trima Me kuaj si vetëtima Jataganët vringëllimai?

English version

My son, Petro Zhulati with your red mountain climbing horse and your rage for Byzantine how you managed all the braves with lighting horses and thundering swords?

Rakip Gjoca I

Land lord of Zhulati and leader of local militia that fought during the Balkan wars.

Mersin Gjoca

Land lord of Zhulati and leader of local militia. Son of Rakip Gjoca I

External links

* [http://worldcitydb.com/zhulati_170836.html Zhulati at Worldcitydb]