 Project description
The carnival, Lazarica-Gjurgjovden customs and carols, and the Vevcani Springs are only a part of the cultural and natural heritage presented through the project called “Vevcani - the Living Museum”. The goal of the project was to strengthen the capacities of traditional culture for it to meet and coordinate tourist interests in the settlement. Three exhibitions have been organized of photographs from the Carnival; a guide has been published of shrines in this region; and an exhibition has been organized of handicrafts from Vevcani. A website has also been published.
Contact
Anastas Kjuskoski, 046/798-168
Toso Cocoroski, KUD (culture and artistic group) Drimkol, tel. 070/597-076
www.kud-drimkol.org.mk
 Location
Village of Vevcani, Struga region, southwestern Macedonia.
About Vevcani
Vevcani is located at the foot of the Jablanica Mountain, 14 kilometres away from the Ohrid Lake and the town of Struga. It has over 2.500 inhabitants and its own local self-government. It sees its perspective in tourism development
 How to reach Vevcani?
You can reach Vevcani by bus or by another vehicle. There is an asphalt road leading to it, and the closest town is Struga, 14 kilometres away. There is a direct coach from Skopje; coaches drive every day except on Sundays or on holidays.
 Where to stay overnight?
Accommodation of bigger tourist groups is done in hotels in Struga and, for individual tourists and smaller groups it is done in private houses in Vevcani. There are 8 restaurants in the settlement where guests can freshen up and get something to eat.
Local specifics
Vevcani people are known as skilful builders which can also be noted in the village architecture. Lovers of the Macedonian cuisine and of authentic environment should certainly visit a restaurant called “Domakinska kuka” where traditional dishes are prepared. Vevcani must be visited during its Carnival and also at the time of Lazarica-Gjurgjovden holiday events. But don't forget to ask for the Vevcani “passport” and to buy the Vevcani “currency”.
 What can you see in the surroundings?
You should indeed visit the Vevcani Springs - one of the most beautiful and extraordinary ones in Macedonia. For fans of mountain tourism, picnics are organized including a special local guide. In addition to being attractive in summer, Vevcani is attractive during winter period as well, especially on the Vasilica holiday (January 13 and 14), and also during Vodogorski holidays (January 19). Guests can also visit the Vevcani shrines including the St. Nikola church (XIX century), the three “paraklis” at the site of the Vevcani Springs and other shrines in the vicinity of Vevcani.
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