Kavadarci

Kavadarci is the wine capital of North Macedonia, located in the Tikveš grape-growing region of Povardarie. It is the principal city of the Tikveš area, followed by Negotino.

History
In late June 1913, Tikveš was the site of an uprising organized by the Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization against Serbian troops during the Second Balkan War. Kavadarci, Negotino, and other nearby settlements were captured. The Serbian army reorganized and brutally suppressed the uprising just several days later. This uprising constituted the first organized revolt against Serbian occupation of Vardar Macedonia following the withdrawal of Turkish forces after the First Balkan War.

Economy
The importance of the grape to Kavadarci can't be overstated - a grape design is prominent in the city's flag. In addition to wine, Kavadarci is also important in the production of ferro-nickel. It is also a leader in timber and tobacco production.

People
The Kavadarci area is ethnically homogeneous, populated by Orthodox Macedonians.

Further afield
Vataša is a large village just south of Kavadarci city limits. Over time, it has become a suburban extension of the city.



Lake Tikveš is the largest man-made lake of Macedonia, situated 12 km (7.2 mi) southwest of Kavadarci. Created in 1968 on the Crna River, it has become a recreational destination for residents of this part of the country. Four islands came into existence as a result of the creation of the lake and a significant cultural landmark, Pološki Monastery, became accessible only by water. The lake is at the center of a strict natural reserve noted for its ornithological significance with 23 species of predatory birds.

Notable sights in the outlying villages of Kavadarci Municipality include the following:
 * Mariovo. Kavadarci Municipality covers a portion of this historic region, now largely deserted.
 * Mariovo. Kavadarci Municipality covers a portion of this historic region, now largely deserted.
 * Mariovo. Kavadarci Municipality covers a portion of this historic region, now largely deserted.
 * Mariovo. Kavadarci Municipality covers a portion of this historic region, now largely deserted.
 * Mariovo. Kavadarci Municipality covers a portion of this historic region, now largely deserted.

Do

 * Football: GFK Tikvesh play soccer in First League, the top tier. Their Gradski Stadion (capacity 4500) is 1 km east of town centre.

Drink
Since Kavadarci is famous for its wine, make sure you try some especially the most popular one, Tikveš.