Name: Monastery St. Joakim Osogovski
Location: Area of Kriva Palanka
Description:
It includes two churches, one from the 13th and the other from the 18th century.
It is the only monastery in North Macedonia whose exterior church walls feature frescos of demons and Judgment Day motives.
The monastery compound is at an altitude of 830m, surrounded by forest. The area is great for hiking.
There is a nice restaurant with a pleasant view of the mountain.
The place is popular with local from the town of Kriva Palanka during religious festivities.
The monastery konaks have been renovated and turned into a hotel. It is great for spending the night in peace and quiet.
Links
http://www.exploringmacedonia.com/monastery-st-joachim-osogovski.nspx
https://macedonia-timeless.com/eng/things_to_do/senses/touch/culture-history/monasteries/osogovski/
https://travel2macedonia.com.mk/tourist-attraction/saint-joachim-osogovski-monastery
https://www.inyourpocket.com/stip-radovis/monastery-of-st-joakim-osogovski_75846f
