Mavrovo, Mountain valley region in northwestern North Macedonia
Description
Mavrovo is a mountain valley in northwestern North Macedonia containing deep canyons, dense forests, and high peaks. A large artificial lake sits within this terrain, creating a landscape of water surrounded by forests and steep slopes.
History
This place was established as a national park in 1949, marking an important step for environmental protection in North Macedonia. The creation of the artificial lake was part of this development and shaped the landscape as it exists today.
Culture
The partially submerged Saint Nicholas Church shows how local communities adapted when their landscape changed. It serves as a visible link between people and their mountainous home.
Practical
The area is about 100 kilometers from the capital and can be reached by car or bus. Winter visitors can ski on mountain slopes, summer visitors can hike marked trails, and accommodations are available year-round.
Did you know?
A deep gorge with tall vertical cliffs cuts through this mountain region and is often overlooked by most visitors. It offers hidden hiking routes and a different view of the area away from the main lake.
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Mavrovo Lake
1.7 km
Submerged church of St. Nicholas
4.3 km
Црква „Успение на Пресвета Богородица“ - Маврово
3.1 km
St. Nicholas Church
4 km
Dormition of the Theotokos Church, Leunovo
3 km
Црква „Св. Петка“ - Дуф
7.4 km
Црква „Св. Никола“ - Церово
7.2 km
Џамија (Орќуше)
6.6 km
Џамија (Дуф)
6.8 km
Црква „Св. Петка“ - Церово
7 km
Трнички манастир
7.2 km
Света Петка
3.5 km
St. Pantaleon's Church
1.7 km
St. Nicholas Church (Vrben)
5 km
Црква „Успение на Пресвета Богородица“ - Дуф
6.6 km
Црква „Св. Богородица“ - Сретково
6.5 km
St. Nicholas Church
7.2 km
St. Nicholas Church
3.8 km
Црква „Св. Јован Крстител“ - Ново Село (Ростушко)
7 km
St. Nicholas Church (Beličica)
6.5 km
Црква „Св. Кирил и Методиј“ - Маврови Анови
1.8 km
Aramiski Kamen
6 km
Šutovica
7.4 km
Lisičja Dupka
7 km
Crn Kamen
824 m
Kokoa Grmada
6.4 km
Koblevec
7.1 km
Smreka
7.4 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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