Veljusa
Veljusa (Macedonian: Вељуса, pronounced "Vel-yusa") is a village in the municipality of Strumica, North Macedonia. The village is situated on the slopes of Mount Elenica and is best known for the 11th century monastery, Holy Mother of God.
Veljusa
Вељуса | |
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Village | |
 Rooftops in Veljusa | |
  Veljusa Location within North Macedonia | |
| Coordinates: | |
| Country |  North Macedonia |
| Region |  Southeastern |
| Municipality |  Strumica |
| Population (2002) | |
| • Total | 1,552 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Website | . |
It is known for growing cherries, apples, as well as other fruit trees and vegetables.
Demographics
According to the 2002 census, the village had a total of 1,552 inhabitants.[1] Ethnic groups in the village include:[1]
- Macedonians 1,548
- Serbs 4
References
- Macedonian Census (2002), Book 5 - Total population according to the Ethnic Affiliation, Mother Tongue and Religion, The State Statistical Office, Skopje, 2002, p. 182.
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