Valavica – Mill

4M9M+7PV Bellobrad

Overview

The watermill is located in the southeastern part of the village of Belobrad, on the bank of the gap of the Opoja river, which passes near this village. The mill was built before 1800. The first builder of this mill, which is still active today, was the ancestor of the Shefik family, who at that time had a watermill as their only source of livelihood. From the earnings they received from this mill, this family was one of the richest families in Opoja region. By pressing the gravel made by this mill, until the 70s, the villages of the region of Opoja, Gora, Vrin, Dukagjin and part of the villages of Tetovo and Gostivar were supplied.

Georeference: 42.117297; 20.684885
Category: Cultural Assets
Subcategory: Mill
Legal Status of Protection: Architectural heritage, Subcategory: Monument/Ensemble, Serial No.: 515, Unique No.: 3409
Is it used for tourism?: Yes
If not, is there potential for tourism in the future?: /
Road infrastructure to the location: Good
Marking and orientation to the location: There are no road signs
Tables on site: There are information boards

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