Treskavec Monastery

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Treskavec Monastery, Byzantine monastery on Mount Zlatovrv, Prilep, North Macedonia

The stone monastery complex includes the Church of the Dormition of the Virgin, positioned at an elevation of 1280 meters above sea level.

The monastery foundations date back to the 12th century, with significant expansions and renovations by Serbian kings Stefan Milutin and Stefan Dušan in the 14th century.

The monastery walls contain extensive collections of frescoes from different periods, including the first known representation of the Heavenly Court in religious art.

Visitors need to undertake an eight-kilometer hike from Prilep to reach the monastery, which maintains regular opening hours for religious services and tourism.

Archaeological excavations revealed that before becoming a Christian site, the location housed a temple dedicated to Apollo and Artemis in ancient times.

Location: Prilep

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: Byzantine architecture

GPS coordinates: 41.40402,21.53826

Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:25

Historical sites and natural landmarks in North Macedonia

North Macedonia contains archaeological sites, religious buildings, and natural formations. The country features Bronze Age observatories, Roman ruins, Byzantine churches, Ottoman buildings, and Orthodox monasteries. Natural sites include mountain lakes, waterfalls, caves, and national parks with native species.

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