Things to Do in Prilep Macedonia – Travel Guide and Itinerar, Prilep, Macedonia

Prilep, Macedonia is a natural stop along a tour route through the Balkans. Although it is the fourth largest city in Macedonia, the city center is quite small and commercial. Prilep’s real charm is found in the quiet residential areas and the outlying trails above the city. Considering a visit to this part of Macedonia? Check out our ultimate travel guide to Prilep, Macedonia.

We were surprised to discover many neighborhoods full of fairly large, single-family homes which is an uncommon sight in much of Europe. It was nice to see people tending to gardens, enjoying their yards, and sitting with their families on patios.

Upon our arrival, one of the first things we observed was all the tobacco drying alongside the streets. There is almost a sweet, earthy smell to the city. Many of the world’s largest cigarette corporations get their high-quality tobacco from this region. The climate is perfect for growing it here.

Since we missed out on Pelister National Park, we were excited to explore the Marko’s Towers, or Markovi Kuli, and do some independent hiking. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).