Maleshevija
The Region of OFK Malesh
The Heart of Maleshevija
Berovo is a small town of about 7,000 residents, nestled at 850 meters above sea level. Known for its remarkably clean air, dense pine forests, and the beautiful Berovo Lake.
The Maleshevija region, first mentioned in a charter by Byzantine Emperor Basil II in 1020, encompasses two municipalities - Berovo and Pehchevo. The region has over 120 natural springs.
Natural Beauty
Culture & Traditions
Maleshevsko Oro
A distinctive Macedonian folk dance from the village of Budinarci. A dynamic circle dance where the "tail dancer" plays a special role.
Traditional Crafts
Woodcarving in Byzantine style, copperwork, weaving, felting, blacksmithing, and barrel-making - crafts nurtured for centuries.
Days of Maleshevija
Annual festival celebrating traditional music, folk dances, gastronomy, and crafts. Assumption of the Mother of God (Aug 28) attracts visitors nationwide.
Local Cuisine
Known for local cheese, homemade yogurt, zelnik, potatoes under a roasting lid, and famous honey. Beekeeping is an important tradition.
Dimitar Berovski
Dimitar Pop-Georgiev Berovski (1840-1907) was a revolutionary and national hero from Berovo who led the Razlovci Uprising in 1876 - the first organized armed uprising in Maleshevija against Ottoman rule.
OFK Malesh's stadium is named after him - Dimitar Berovski Stadium. A bronze statue of Berovski has stood in the town center since 2012.