Half-Day Tour from Skopje: Visit to Markov Monastery and Kozjak Lake on Mount Jasen, Macedonia

Kozjak Lake - The largest artificial lake in Western Macedonia, located between Suva Gora and Jasen. It stretches 32 km in length, with a width of 400 meters at some points. Its depth reaches up to 130 meters in certain areas. Situated at an altitude of 300 meters, the lake is home to nine species of fish.

Markov Monastery - Located in the village of Markova Sushica, 18 kilometers from Skopje, Markov Monastery is named after King Marko, who ruled during its construction. The monastery has been active since its foundation. The entrance gate is made of solid wood, and to the right, you will find the monastery's residential buildings and auxiliary rooms, including a bakery, rakia boilers, a cold-water well, and an old watermill. The monastery is named after King Marko, and the church of St. Dimitri was built in 1345. The monastery was a significant cultural, educational, and literary center in the past. Books from the monastery’s library and many artistic items have been lost, while manuscripts originating from the monastery are preserved in various institutions.

The tour starts in the morning with departure from Skopje at a pre-arranged location.

A licensed guide will be provided with a multilingual program.

After visiting Kozjak Lake and Markov Monastery, lunch is included.

Return to Skopje in the afternoon.