From Skopje: Krusevo - the Cultural Museum of Macedonia

Highlights

• Krusevo - the town of the Macedonians First Republic and the highest Balkan town
• The Makedonium Monument
• Tose Proeski Museum
• Transfiguration of Jesus Monastery - Neverending Views of Macedonia

Description

An unforgettable experience in the cradle of Macedonia - Krusevo.

Krusevo is a hidden gem of our country. Whether you're a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply seeking a peaceful1 escape, tasty traditional food, this charming mountain town has something to offer everyone.

Nestled amidst the breathtaking peaks of the Pelagonia Valley, Krusevo boasts the title of the highest town in the Balkans. The town offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural richness.

In one of our nicest natural habitats of Macedonia let us discover and enjoy Krusevo with all it's historical and cultural aspects.

Known not only because of the huge importance for the history of the Macedonian people and the Krusevo Republic but also for it's special architecture, beautiful traditional dishes like 'Krusevsko Grne' and 'Krusevski Lokum', the warm and mild people and the many landscaping views. And the Krusevo Locals always await and greet with open arms and big smiles on their faces! In this very peaceful cradle of the Macedonian History let us feel the hospitality of the town! We will wander through the secret alleys of the city, marveling at the old artisan shops, the old burek maker, the oldest cooper in the Balkans, the stone facades, the Old Church 'St. Nikola' in the Center, the smell of cheese in the old town, the spirit of the old and traditional.. The 'Vlach Room' is a home of things, jewelry and clothes about the culture and tradition of the Vlachs in Krusevo.

The visit of the Ilinden Monument Makedonium and the Meckin Kamen Hill will be the cherry on the cake. These two places witness the Ilinden Uprising 1903, where the first Macedonian Republic, and the first Balkan Republic was created.

With the visit of the museum of the biggest Balkan Pop Rock Superstar, Tose Proeski, we shall pay our respects to the legendary Macedonian singer Toše Proeski at his memorial house..

The Tour Plan

1. Pick up from Skopje
2. Transfer to Krusevo
3. The Full Day Krusevo Tour
4. Transfer to Skopje

• Krusevo is considered to have one of the best sites for paragliding in the world, having hosted the Paragliding World Cup in the past and playing host to the numerous events every year..
• Kruševo is also known as the centre of the Vlach (Aromanian) minority in North Macedonia. The Aromanians’ own name for themselves is “Armân,” but their neighbors generally call them some variant of “Vlach” (for example, in Macedonian the adjective form is “Vlaški,” a male Vlach is a “Vlav” and a female Vlach is a “Vlanka”). The origins of the word “Vlach” are ancient but it refers to a people speaking a Romance language, a language deriving from Latin. The official languages of the town are Macedonian and Aromanian. Kruševo is the only locality where Aromanian has any kind of official status. All other forms of recognition of the language in the world represent general, nationwide recognition in Albania and North Macedonia.

Includes

1. An experienced licensed Guide and a guided Tour
2. Transport from your Hotel/ Apartment and back
3. Coffee/ Water/ Snacks along the way
4. Entrance for the Makedonium Monument
5. Entrance in the Tose Proeski Memorial House

Excludes

Meals/ Lunch

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund