Jambolii
The Krusevo Women's Association produces and sells traditional Macedonian rugs called jambolija (pronounced “yambolee-ya”). Emphasis is placed on the domestic tradition and historical value that the jambolija has in Macedonian culture, with a new twist of innovative design and heightened quality.

Lokum
Krusevo is famous for making the tastiest lokum (Turkish delight) and meringue in Macedonia. This 200-year-old tradition today is carried on by the younger generations. The lokum was introduced to Europe in the 18th century by a British traveler to the Ottoman lands and became known in the West as the Turkish delight. It is made by cooking curdled melted sugar with cornstarch. Walnuts, nuts, or pistachios are used as filling. It is currently produced in different colors and aromas. It is a Turkish specialty that is soft, not too sweet, and is prepared and sold in the shape of small cubes.

Tose Proeski
The town is proud to be the birthplace of the absolutely biggest pop star in Macedonia, Tose Proeski. His family still lives there and their house is the greatest attraction in the town, especially for his female fans.

Krusevo Republic
The first republic in the Balkans, known as “the Krusevo Republic," was established in Krusevo in 1903, but it lasted only 10 days (3-13 August). The sarcophagus of Nikola Karev, the first president of the Krusevo Republic, can be found in the city museum.

Skiing
Krusevo is a popular winter sport centre with 2,300 sunny hours a year. In winter, it snows 43 days on average, which sometimes can leave a snow cover of up to 150cm. This resort, equipped with a cable railway and two ski lifts, offers great opportunities for Nordic skiing.

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