Urban celebrities in Urzini

Spanish novelist, poet and playwright Miguel de Cervantes (1547- 16 16) once lived in Urzini.

Peter Gejoka (19 12- 1982), an Albanian actor, was awarded the title of "Albanian People's Artist".

Sabate Zevi (1626-1676) was a Sefadi rabbi who died in Urzini.

Muyo Urkinaku (1896-1939) is a national hero of Albania and a legendary figure who resisted the Italian invasion.

Rizzo Surda is a film actor and photographer, a legendary figure in Urzini and a legendary fan of Split hejduk.