Zgjaset

Zgjaset is an Albanian surname and it also refers to a former village in the Dibër County, Albania. The village of Zgjaset was situated in the region of Dibër, near the town of Peshkopi. The village was inhabited by ethnic Albanians.

The name "Zgjaset" is derived from the Albanian word for "revised" or "amended". However, the etymology of the name may also be related to the toponymy of the region, with the name possibly referring to a geographical feature or a landmark located near the village.

The village of Zgjaset was known for its agriculture and livestock production. Residents cultivated crops such as wheat, corn, and tobacco, while also raising livestock, including sheep, cattle, and goats.

The village was abolished in the mid-20th century, likely in the 1950s or 1960s, as part of a broader effort to consolidate population and agricultural production in larger settlements.

Today, the name "Zgjaset" refers to a small number of Albanian families who claim ancestry from the former village. These families may still maintain traditional customs and practices, and may have a strong sense of identity tied to the former village of Zgjaset.