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CLOTHESPIN - Sizmikazot Mural: A playful giant in Tirana

A whimsical and thought-provoking mural in Tirana, the CLOTHESPIN by Sizmikazot adds a playful touch to the city's vibrant street art scene.

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The CLOTHESPIN mural by Sizmikazot, a Turkish artistic duo, is a whimsical piece of street art in Tirana. This large-scale mural depicts a giant clothespin seemingly holding a building together, adding a touch of surrealism and playfulness to the urban environment.

A brief summary to CLOTHESPIN - Sizmikazot (Mural)

  • Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi 1001, Tirana, 1001, AL

Local tips

  • Explore other street art in the area. Tirana is known for its vibrant murals, so take some time to discover other nearby artworks.
  • Enjoy the local cafes and shops. Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi is a lively street with plenty of places to stop for a coffee or browse local goods.
  • Visit during the day for the best lighting. The mural is best viewed in daylight to fully appreciate its colors and details.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Skanderbeg Square, walk north along Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi for approximately 15-20 minutes. The mural will be on your right, near the intersection with Rruga Vaso Pasha. No costs involved.

  • Public Transport

    Take bus line 6 or 9 and ride for about 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic, until you reach the stop at Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi. From the bus stop, walk approximately 5 minutes northeast along Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi. The mural will be located on your right side before the intersection with Rruga Vaso Pasha. A single bus fare costs 40 Lek.

  • Taxi

    A taxi ride from the city center to the mural will take approximately 10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around 500-700 Lek.

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Located on Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi, the CLOTHESPIN mural, created by the Turkish duo Sizmikazot, is a striking example of Tirana's vibrant street art scene. The mural portrays a giant clothespin, giving the illusion that it's holding the building together. This creative and humorous artwork has become a popular spot for both locals and tourists. Tirana has embraced street art as a way to transform its urban landscape, with murals popping up throughout the city. The CLOTHESPIN mural is part of this movement, adding color and creativity to the everyday lives of residents and offering visitors a unique perspective on the city's culture. Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi itself is a lively street with cafes and shops, making the mural a natural point of interest for those strolling through the area. The mural was created for the MurAL Fest in Tirana. Tirana's street art scene began in the early 2000s when the city started to shed its communist past and embrace new ideas. The former mayor Edi Rama, himself a painter, invited local and foreign artists to paint the city's buildings, transforming them into works of art.

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