Kajak.mk invites you to a full-day monastery tour in the western and southwestern regions of North Macedonia. The number of participants is limited, as this tour focuses on small groups with a high-quality guide and photographer, allowing for better interaction and socializing.

Maximum group size: 8-10 people.

• Departure from Skopje in the morning (time arranged with the group)
• Travel to Kičevo and visit the renowned medieval monastery "Holy Virgin of Prečista," built in 1316. Located 10 km from Kičevo, this monastery sits at 920 meters above sea level, surrounded by greenery and clean air. It is also known as the "Kičevo Monastery" or "Krnino Monastery." Here, you can see an ancient silver icon of the Virgin Mary. The monastery is home to an active monastic community with dedicated and friendly nuns who always make visitors feel welcome and comfortable.
• Travel to Struga. Take a walk through the old bazaar and relax by the shores of the Black Drim River.
• Next, we head to the famous village of Vevčani, often referred to by locals as a "state within a state." Vevčani has its own passport and currency, which are used as souvenirs. Explore the village and admire the well-preserved traditional houses of families such as Korunovci, Kostojičnovci, Kitanovci, and Ducikinovci. The visit will also include the famous Vevčani Springs, where locals will share fascinating stories about the springs and the historical struggles and sacrifices of the Vevčani people.
• Next stop: Kalista. Visit the "Holy Virgin" Monastery, also known as the "Kalista Monastery," which dates back to the 11th century. The monastery complex includes a cave church, which was the foundation for the current structure, and a church dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul. The monastery houses the famous Black Virgin Mary icon, one of only a few in the world, with intriguing legends surrounding it. In the past, invaders would bind the icon with chains and submerge it in the lake, but it would always mysteriously reappear on the shore where the monastery now stands.

Following this, we will visit the nearby cave church dedicated to St. Athanasius, dating back to the 14th century.

• Departure to Raždož. Visit the well-known cave church of St. Archangel Michael, which dates back to the 13th century. The church's location offers breathtaking views of Lake Ohrid.

The rest of the day will be free for activities in Raždož—lunch, a walk around the village, or a visit to the beautiful beaches. Raždož is home to some of the cleanest and most picturesque beaches.

• Return to Skopje, depending on the group's preferences.

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