The traditional dress from Mariovo is closely connected to the mountain character of the region. It is instantly recognisable by the characteristic thick and bright red wool fringe on the sleeveless coat and on the bottom half of the apron.

The source of the Gradeshka River is located at the foot of the Macedonian - Greek border in the mountainous locality called Urup, and in the upper watercourse this river is called and Urupska River.

Built of chopped stone blocks, the Stone bridge in the village Zovich is a recognizable symbol in the region of Mariovo, Macedonia.

The Mariovo region is mainly considered to be a dry area, with some few water sources. Divided into two parts of Crna River, which is the largest right tributary of Vardar River.

St. Nicholas Monastery is located in the beautiful wilderness of Mariovo region, in village Manastir (Monastery) and is one of the oldest monasteries in Republic of Macedonia.

In the beginning of WW1 villagers were forcibly engaged in labour, digging military trenches, bunkers and roads for the Bulgarian army who had overtaken the villages Gradešnica, Staravina, Budimerci, Gruništa and Zovik in the fall of 1915.

Mariovo - Macedonia - Photo Gallery - Part 13 - Mariovo is mountainous region in southern Macedonia and one of the least populated regions in Europe.

Mariovo is mountainous region in southern Macedonia situated between the slopes of Selecka, Nidze, Kozjak and Dren mountains, in the valley of Crna Reka.

Mariovo - Macedonia - Photo Gallery - Part 2 Mariovo is mountainous region in southern Macedonia and one of the least populated regions in Europe. Enjoy the photo gallery!!!

Mariovo - Macedonia - Photo Gallery - Part 8 Mariovo is mountainous region in southern Macedonia and one of the least populated regions in Europe.

Mariovo is mountainous region in southern Macedonia and one of the least populated regions in Europe. Enjoy the photo gallery!!!