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Maligrad Island
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Pusteci, a journey into history, nature and bilingual culture!
The Municipality of Pustec is a rich treasure trove of cultural and natural heritage, preserved and passed down from generation to generation. Located on the northeastern edge of Korça County, bordering the Republic of Macedonia and with a small part of the border with Greece, Pustec is a point where Macedonian and Albanian cultures harmoniously intertwine.
There are 9 main villages in the territory of Pustec: Pustec, Shulin, Leska, Zarashka, Cerje, Goricë e Madhe, Goricë e Vogël, Diellas and Gollomboc. The villages are characterized by a rare natural beauty, lake and mountain landscapes.
The territory of the municipality coincides with the watershed of Lake Prespa, part of the Prespa National Park, making Pustec a special destination for nature lovers and ecological tourism. The inhabitants of the municipality, partly Macedonian minority, preserve their cultural and linguistic identity by integrating it into the social and economic life of the country.
Pustec remains a destination still completely undiscovered by mass tourism, a hidden treasure that invites visitors for an authentic and unforgettable experience amidst nature, history, and bilingual culture.
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Natural Attractions
Religious Sites
The Church of the Annunciation or the Evangelization
It is a hermitage church located in the southern part of the village of Gllomboć. It is located near the place with…
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The Hermitage Churches of the “Angels”
It is located on the shore of Lake Prespa, in its east, near the state border with Greece. The ascent to the…
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Historic Buildings & Architecture
Watchtower
They were built with lime stone walls with a thickness of 0,70 cm, they are an Ottoman legacy in our lands and…
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Natural Attractions
Lake Prespa
Lake Prespa is the main lake of the Pustec Municipality and one of the oldest and cleanest lakes in the Balkans. With…
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Religious Sites
Saint Mary’s Monastery
It is located in the northeast of the village, 200 m from the shore of Lake Prespa. The monastery was founded in…
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Prespa National Park
Prespa National Park covers most of the lake and the surrounding area, including forests, meadows and hilly-mountainous terrain. The area is protected…
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Rallnik Beach
Rallnik Beach is a natural destination located in the Municipality of Pustec, on the shores of Lake Prespa. Known for its clear…
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Religious Sites
Ruins of the Paleo-Christian Basilica
In the new neighborhood of the village of Gorica e Madhe, there are old construction structures known by the micro-toponym "Vakofçinata". It…
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Zaver’s Hollow
It is located near the village of Gorica e Vogël. It was the most visible and interesting place where water flowed underground…
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Prehistoric Settlement in the Village of Tuminec (Kallamas)
It has been inhabited since 7000 years ago in the Middle Neolithic era, it is located in the north of the municipality…
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Natural Attractions
Maligrad Island
Maligrad Island is a geomonument, the central point of the Prespa National Park. It is located in the southern part of Lake…
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The Church of the Annunciation or the Evangelization
It is a hermitage church located in the southern part of the village of Gllomboć. It is located near the place with…
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The Hermitage Churches of the “Angels”
It is located on the shore of Lake Prespa, in its east, near the state border with Greece. The ascent to the…
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Watchtower
They were built with lime stone walls with a thickness of 0,70 cm, they are an Ottoman legacy in our lands and…
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Lake Prespa
Lake Prespa is the main lake of the Pustec Municipality and one of the oldest and cleanest lakes in the Balkans. With…
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Saint Mary’s Monastery
It is located in the northeast of the village, 200 m from the shore of Lake Prespa. The monastery was founded in…
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Prespa National Park
Prespa National Park covers most of the lake and the surrounding area, including forests, meadows and hilly-mountainous terrain. The area is protected…
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Rallnik Beach
Rallnik Beach is a natural destination located in the Municipality of Pustec, on the shores of Lake Prespa. Known for its clear…
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The oaks of the church of Saint Nicholas
They are located near the village of Shulin (Diellas). They are in a vegetative state...
Maligrad Island
Maligrad Island is a geomonument, the focal point of the Ko...
The Church of the Annunciation or the Evangelization
It is a hermitage church located in the southern part of the village of Gllomboç. In...
The Hermitage Churches of the “Angels”
It is located on the shore of Lake Prespa, to its east, near...
Watchtower
They are built with lime stone walls 0,70 cm thick, they are...
Lake Prespa
Lake Prespa is the main lake of the Pustec Municipality and...
Saint Mary's Monastery
It is located in the northeast of the village, 200 m from the shore of Lake Pre...
Prespa National Park
Prespa National Park covers most of the lake and the surrounding...
Rallnik Beach
Rallnik Beach is a natural destination located in the Municipality of...
Zaver's Hollow
It is located near the village of Gorica e Vogël. It was the most prominent place...
Prehistoric Settlement in the Village of Tuminec (Kallamas)
It was inhabited 7000 years ago in the Middle Neolithic era, in...
Ruins of the Paleo-Christian Basilica
In the new neighborhood of the village of Gorica e Madhe, there are old structures...
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The cultural heritage of Pustec is rich and unique. Visitors can discover historical monuments, experience local Macedonian culture, and learn about traditions preserved over the centuries. Local activities include traditional music and dance, community festivals, handicrafts, processing of agricultural and livestock products, and traditional gastronomy that reflects the lifestyle of the villagers.
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