Brajčino

Brajčino is a picturesque village located in the mountains of Western North Macedonia, just off the eastern shore of Lake Prespa. The village has a population presence of around 160 people, most of whom are older people. Brajčino is a must see when traveling to North Macedonia.

Districts

Brajčino is divided into two neighborhoods:

• Gorno Malo (upper neighborhood)
• Dolno Malo (lower neighborhood)
• Kamenche

Brajčino Halal Travel Guide

Pohled na ves Brajcino v podhuri Baby - Brajčino

Brajčino is a mountain village (at an altitude of about 1000 meters. above sea level) disturbed only by the roaring sound of the local river and by the evening winds rustling through the trees. Occasionally you may hear a dog barking, a rooster crowing, or a cow-bell ringing.

This village is a very popular tourist destination for many reasons. First, it has some of the most picturesque architecture one will ever lay their eyes on. Second, Brajčino is home to five beautiful churches and one extravagant monastery. Third, it contains unbelievably exquisite nature that is sure to take your breath away. And fourth and the hospitality of the people of the village will make your stay in Brajčino a unique experience.

Travel to Brajčino

Fly to Brajčino

There is no airport in Brajčino or in the Prespa Lake area, but the Ohrid Airport is only about an hour trip from the village.

Travel by Bus to Brajčino

A bus from Bitola stops in Brajčino twice everyday.

How to travel to Brajčino by car

There are two roads to lead to Brajčino, one is from Bitola and the other starts in Resen.

How to get around in Brajčino

How to travel to Brajčino by car

It is not the best choice to get around Brajčino by driving because the entire village can easily be covered by walking and driving in the narrow roads can be a hassle.

By foot

The best way to get around Brajčino is by foot because it is easier to experience the village's amazing natural beauty and because many paths in the village are not suitable for cars.

What to see in Brajčino

Brajčino is mostly visited for its breath-taking nature, but it is also famous for its beautiful architecture, churches and its monastery:

• St. Petka - this beautiful monastery was built sometime in the 1500s. and is the main tourism attraction in Brajčino. There are two ways to get there, by vehicle or by foot. It takes about 15 minutes to get there by foot and a little longer by car. Every August 7th the monastery gives free meals to anyone who comes and there is also music and dancing.
• St. Bogorodica - this church was built inside a large cave, high up on a mountain a couple hundred years ago. It is visible from anywhere in the village. and is the hardest church to get to in Brajčino. The only way to get to it is by foot, which takes several hours. The path is steep and very tough, but it is worth it.
• St. Arangel - this church, built in 1975, is also located in the mountains, however it is not nearly as tough to get to as St. Bogorodica. It takes about 45 minutes to get there by foot.
• St. Ilja - this church, built in 1864, is nothing more than four walls, but what makes it significant is that it was the first school in the village. The church was last renovated in 1919.
• St. Atanas - According to legend, where St. Atanas now stands and there was a large monastery that was burned by the local Turkish garrison. It is said to be the site where Car Samoil's brother became a monk and later died. A village festival used to take place on St. Atanas Day. After morning mass people would go down to the village and dance until late evening, but this celebration hasn't been observed since World War II. The present St. Atanas was built in the 1970s. Large human bones have been found under the church and are believed to be from a race of human giants long ago.
• St. Nikola
• Bey's House - home of the last Turkish regional commander. The house has a U-shape and a row of four rooms with a big terrace, all organized around a closed cobblestone yard. Cattle lived on the ground floor, while the people lived on the second floor. The house is located such that it overlooks the village entrance and has a great view of Prespa Lake.
• Naum Mačkov House - built in 1923, on a hill away from the other houses.
• Stefan Dzhajkov's House - Stefan Dzhajkov lived a life of poverty but lived to be 100 years old thanks to his understanding of hardships. While in the US A., he smuggled alcohol during Prohibition and counterfeited money and was sent to the same jail as Al Capone. He was later deported back to Brajčino and considered a local legend due to his extraordinary wisdom and experience. His house today is mostly ruins.
• Paskumovci House - one of four houses spared from fires set by Turkish troops during the 1903 Ilinden uprising.
• Petre Kostov's House - a typical example of Brajčino architecture, located in Gorno Malo.

Top Travel Tips

• St. Petka Day - is a village festival on August 8th. The night before, people go to monastery and attend mass and eat beans, Sausages and salad. Then on August 8th hundreds of people come to the village for music, dancing and fun.
• Mountain Nature Trail - the village has a trail that takes you to the two lakes on top of Mt. Pelister. It provides breath taking views of mountains and wildlife. There are 7 stops on the trail and the first is in the center of Brajčino and the last is at the top of Mt. Pelister.
• Brajčino Hike - a hike for leisure hikers through the outskirts and on the slopes of the village with a visit to six churches, one monastery and historical houses.
• Village Walk - a walk through the upper and lower village with a visit to three churches, one monastery, historical houses and village sites.
• Cobra - is the only nightclub in the village. It is located just outside the center of Brajčino.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Brajčino

• Vila Raskrsnica - the only restaurant in the village, located near St. Petka. This restaurant offers some of the best cuisine in the Prespa Lake area. All food, Colas and soft drinks is homemade. It is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. ☎ +389-47-482-322 Mob:+389-75-796-796 Email: Vila_@

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Ramadan 2024 Celebrations in Brajčino

Ramadan 2025 in Brajčino

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• At the Temelkovski family - 2 double rooms €13.5 per person only overnight
• At the Kostovski family - 2 double rooms and 2 with twin bed 13,5 euro per person only overnight
• At the Sukovski family - 2 double rooms and 1 with twin bed 13,5 euro per person only overnight
• At the Dinevski family - 3rooms: single, double and 1 twin bed 13,5 euro per person only overnight
• At the St. Petka Monastery - 2 rooms with 4 beds each: Use of the kitchen €10 per person, Bed 5,5 Euro per person, Towel €5 per person. A regular breakfast is 2,0 euros and an abundant breakfast is 3,5 euros. A small lunch or dinner is 6,5 euros, classic is 0,5 euros and special is €1.

To contact any of these places, call: +389 70 576515 or fax: +389 2 3227834

Telecommunications

Pelister Mountain Conservation Project / Pilot Eco-Tourism Project:

phone: +389 (0)2 3227 834 / phone: +389 (0)70 576 515 / email: Information in Brajčino / phone: +389 (0)70 497 751 / email:

Stay Safe

This village has a large bear population due to the fact that they are now protected. Even though they rarely come down from the mountains, watchout!

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Brajčino

• Golem Grad - commonly called Snake Island, is an island located in Prespa Lake. It is about 18 hectares big and includes ancient ruins from Roman, Neolithic and Hellenic times. It also includes six churches and monasteries. It is home to many endemic plants, rare birds and many snakes.
• Ljubojno - this village is located 2km from Brajčino. Stroll around Ljubojno and visit the two churches, St. Peter and St. Paul, which are a short pleasant walk from the village.
• Slivnica Monastery - was built and decorated in the 17th century and features well preserved wall paintings.
• St. George - this small, one aisle church was built in 1191. It is in the nearby village of Kurbinovo. It contains one of the most important painting achievements in Komnenian-Byzantine art.
• Ezereni Bird Sanctuary - this natural reserve covers the entire north end of Lake Prespa. It is a home to roughly 200 bird species, including wild geese, pelicans and local moorhens.
• Museum of traditional costumes and artifacts - local farmer, Jone Eftimovski, owns over 150 costumes and artifacts from all over North Macedonia. The museum is on the primary street in the village of Podmočani.
• Dupeni Beach - is the closest beach to Brajčino, located right on the border with Greece. It gets busy on weekends and summer holidays when the restaurant is also open.
• Slivnica Beach - according to local residents, Slivnica Beach is the nicest and cleanest in the area.
• Resen - this city is located around 30 minutes driving from Brajčino. It includes a French style castle and more.
• Bitola - the second largest city in North Macedonia. It is on the other side of Mt. Pelister.
• Pelister National Park
• Prespa Lake - located just a few minutes outside the village.

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