10.02.2023

Have you heard of the Ethno House St. Petka in Velgošti village?

Have you heard of the Ethno House St. Petka in Velgošti village?

If you want to taste delicious traditional Macedonian food, prepared and served in a unique way, you should visit the St. Petka Ethno House located in the village of Velgošti.

Velgošti is a village at an ideal altitude of 750 meters, offering a beautiful panoramic view of Lake Ohrid. Velgošti is one of the rare villages in Macedonia that, instead of facing depopulation, sees a continuous increase in its population.


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The village is home to the St. Petka Monastery, which is visited daily by many people, especially in August when the saint is celebrated.

Velgošti is the largest village in the Ohrid municipality, and its location makes it a suburb of the city itself. The village is the birthplace of notable Macedonian historical figures such as Živko Čingo, Ivan Šapkarov, Hristo Trpev, and others.


The Ethno House St. Petka is one of the well-known attractions that attracts many tourists to visit the village. Here, you can taste a variety of local and traditional specialties.

Excellent food, excellent service, and affordability. These are just some of the positive reviews the restaurant has received.

The exact location, more photos, and contact for reservations can be found with one click HERE.

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