According to legend, the Albanian city of Butrint (or Buthrotum-its ancient name) was founded by Helenus, son of King Priam, after the fall of Troy. Aeneas is said to have been entertained here and, according to Virgil, described this city as "Troy in Miniature." Legends aside, what is certain is that the Illyrians were occupying the Butrint site from about the eighth century B.C.