At 1,700 meters above sea level, on the slopes of Mount Jablanica, lie the Labuništa pastures – a living monument to a deep tradition that sustains the rhythm of life between people and nature.

Here, generations of shepherds continue the age-old way of life, turning fresh milk into the distinctive mountain cheese. The mountain climate, pure spring water, and natural pastures give it that unique aroma and quality that cannot be found elsewhere.

But the pastures are not just for lovers of gastronomy. They are a place where nature conquers every visitor – from the Strižak peak and two crystal-clear glacial lakes to the wealth of herbs, blueberries, raspberries, and mountain flowers. And when night falls, the sky above the pastures transforms into one of the most beautiful starry spectacles in the region.

Europe House Struga proudly supports this story, because the Labuništa pastures are more than tradition – they are a living heritage that deserves to be preserved and shared.

📍 If your journey takes you above Struga, this is one of the places worth discovering.

Photographers: Maja Janevska-Ilieva & Samir Demishi Thanks to Saban Ademoski who was part of the Europe House Struga team and helped with the realization.