Kratovo is significantly distinctive in its high arched stone bridges, original Medieval architecture, lush mountain pastures, cobblestone narrow streets, and welcoming and friendly local people. It’s nestled in the pit of a volcanic crater and it’s famous also for its Ottoman-era towers...
Late afternoon visit of a historical city built on the foothills of Šar Mountain and divided by the Pena River. Impressive Šarena Džamija and the Arabati Baba Teke still stand as two of Macedonia’s most significant landmarks of its Ottoman period.
Great ride to the 13th century Treskavec Monastery which rises from Mt Zlato (1422 m), a bare massif replete with impressive twisted rock formations. The monastery is half-ruined, though restoration work is slowly underway. Vivid frescoes, including a rare depiction of Christ as a boy...
We made shortstop and visit of the city, which was the capital of the medieval kingdom of Kings Volkasin and Marko, which explains a large number of churches and monasteries in and around the city. In historical sources Prilep was first mentioned in the year 1014, the city was built on...
It was nearly impossible to drive through the very narrow streets of local villages. But finally, we brought our truck to the remote village situated close to the Greece border. Brajčino is pristine and picturesque, sitting on the edge of Pelister National Park, just 6 kilometers from...
Great sunny day and relaxing stop by the quiet Lake Prespa and overnight on the banks of Lake Ohrid. Lake Ohrid straddles the mountainous border between southwestern Macedonia and eastern Albania. It is one of Europe’s deepest and oldest lakes, preserving a unique aquatic ecosystem...
It took us a long time to get to Korçë through really curvy narrow roads in a great mountain range. Korçë city is known for its typical quarters, composed of low houses and villas, which are paved with cobblestone.
Great one day stop in magical hillside town defined by its castle, roads paved with chunky limestone and shale, imposing slate-roofed houses, and views out to the Drina Valley. We made it also to the Church of the Dormition of the Theotokos in the village of Labovë e Kryqit – It is...
We spend a few hours on the way through the mountains to Libohovë and Gjirokastër. It was driving through magnificent sceneries and great views. Late afternoon we climbed the tiny road to Libohovë village. It is overlooked by Libohovë Castle and has a main street with a famous old tree...
In the morning we made it to the ancient ruins of Butrint, 18km south of Saranda, All remains are in a fantastic natural setting and are part of a 29-sq-km national park. The remains – Albania’s finest – are from a variety of periods, spanning 2500 years. After a tiring walk, we...