Leshok Monastery St. Athanasij - Tetovo

Leshok Monastery St. Athanasij

In the complex of the Monastery Leshok there are: the monastery church St. Atanasij since1335, as well as The Holy mother of God Church which has existed since the 13th century, mentioned in the Letter of Stefan Dechanski since 1326 as well as remains of five churches and chapels from the Middle Ages. Distinguishing features are the cultural and spiritual values of the church St. Athanaij. There are the tomb and the memorial room of KirilPejchinovikj – one of the most famous Macedonian reformers of the 19th century. After his arrival from Mount Athos, in 1818, the monastery quarters were renewed, the monastery library was founded, and the monasteries of Leshok become literary and educational center. The monastery has a long tradition, rich and famous, but filled with tragic events. It has been burnt down and renovated many times. In 1690 the Turks destroyed the monastery and the church of the Holy Mother of God, and the monastery was also badly damaged during the conflict in 2001. It was authentically renewed by support of the European Union.