Month: May 2023

Gradesnica is a village located in the western part of North Macedonia, near the border with Albania. It is part of the municipality of Debarca, which is part of the Southwestern statistical region of the country. The village has a rich history, dating back to the Roman period, and it is believed that it was… Continue reading Gradesnica

St. Ilija “Bren” is a monastery located in the village of Gradesnica, in the southwestern part of North Macedonia. The monastery is dedicated to St. Elijah, one of the major prophets in the Old Testament. “Bren” means “burning” in the Macedonian language, and the monastery is named after a local legend that tells of a… Continue reading St. Ilija