Geography
Librazhd district has an administrative border of 42 km (26 mi). The district is characterised by a mountainous landscape with scenic valleys, including glacial valleys above 1,500 feet (460 m) in the Polis Mountains. The Shkumbin River is sourced in and traverses through the district. The average altitude is 713 feet (217 m) above sea level. The highest point is at the Red Peak of Shebenik Mountain.
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