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The birthplace of astrophysicist Paskal Sotirovski, Vrben sits on Vraca Mountain and is home to the 19th-century church dedicated to St Nicholas. It is a large church with a pitched roof and its bell tower at its front facade. The tower is domed and capped by a cross.
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Црква „Св. Никола“
Historically an Albanian Orthodox village, Kičinica hasn't had permanent residents since the 1960s. Its main church is among the eight remaining historic structures in the village. Built in the first half of the 19th century, its frescoes were done by artist Dičo Zograf and it has a notable collection of icons. The village cemetery is within the church's courtyard.
Бунец
This site covers 430 hectares (1,063 acres) and is a European deer reproduction center. Tours are guided by park rangers and last 1 to 2 hours. An observation tower has been built that allows for prime wildlife viewing.
Споменик на Масакрот во Беличица
A memorial commemorates the roughly 40 victims who were massacred by the Albanian anti-communist Balli Kombëtar on 19 September 1944. The massacre occurred primarily in the neighboring village of Belčica but the monument sits in Trnica, a former village that now draws visitors for its Korab Motel and as a starting point for hikes to Mount Korab. It also has a monastery established in 2012.
Мавровско Езеро
Until 1947, this was the site of the Mavrovo Basin through which the Mavrovo River flowed. The river was dammed and then it became the artificial lake it is today, a major attraction of the national park. It has excellent swimming, boating, and fishing in the summer months and freezes over in winter. An additional point of interest is the half-submerged church in the lake. Multiple villages sit at the lake's shore, including Leunovo, Mavrovi Anovi, Mavrovo, and Nikiforovo.
Црква „Св. Никола“
This church was built in 1885 and is noted for its icons and frescoes, two of which were done by noted painter Nikolaj Mihailov. The church has an uncommon square-ish shape and was built of stone.
Шаркова дупка
At the end of a short, paved trail from the village is the entrance of this cave. Open to tourists, it is 18 m (59 ft) wide and 25 m (82 ft) long and fully lit with reflectors. The cave is rich in stalactites and stalagmites, and is home to populations of bats, lizards, and insects. The cave was discovered three decades ago and named after the first villager brave enough to enter it, Šarko.