ExploringMacedonia

ExploringMacedonia

Cities

    
  • SKOPJE - the capital City of R. Macedonia

    Skopje is the capital of the Republic of Macedonia, the City that lies in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula, at the crossroad of important communications, a city with a 2000 years old tradition. Skopje is a modern city with population of almost one million and presents Macedonia’s major political, economical, educational and cultural...

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  • OHRID - city of pearls

    The city of the immortal Ohrid is the sublime lakeside point that for many represents the culmination of the Macedonian experience, a kingdom of light and water, a repository of ancient ruins from Macedonia’s earlier kingdoms. Ohrid’s major attractions are all located within a remarkably concentrated and eminently walkable...

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  • STRUGA - "There is no other place like Struga" 

    Struga is a town and popular tourist destination situated in the south-western region of the Republic of Macedonia, lying on the shore of Lake Ohrid. Once known as "Enchalon" -Eel, Struga has a population of approximetly 15 000 inhabitants. It has been known since the time of the Ilirs, and many old writers...

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  • KRUSEVO - The Ethno town

    There is a project called "Kruševo ethno-town", supported by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Macedonia, which was developed by a small group of enthusiasts. According to that project, Kruševo shall look like a town from the beginning of the 20th century where it was the center of the Ilinden Uprising in 1903, that lead to the creation... 

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  • BITOLA

    Bitola historically known as Monastir or Manastır is known also by several alternative names) is a city in the southwestern part of the Republic of Macedonia. The city is an administrative, cultural, industrial, commercial, and educational centre. It is located in the southern part of the Pelagonia valley, surrounded by the Baba and Nidže mountains,14 km north of the Medžitlija-Níki border... 

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  • Kavadarci - city of vineyards

    In the South of the hilly Balkans, where the sun spills its shine and God has blessed the soil with sweetness and grace, you will find Kavadarci. Between the green sea of vineyards and its waves of coloured sweet grape you will be sure to find that all doors are open with your host inviting you to take a seat beside him offering you his treasure...

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  • STRUMICA -the main agricultural center in the Republic of Macedonia

    It has food industry, textile factories and a developed domestic and international trade network. Strumica is the largest city in eastern Macedonia, near the Novo Selo-Petrich border crossing with Bulgaria. About 100,000 people live in the region surrounding ...

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  • KUMANOVO

    Kumanovo is one of Macedonia’s larger cities located in the middle of a 35 km long valley to the northeast of Skopje.  It is well known for its unique blend of Serbian and Macedonian culture evidenced by the feisty fun-loving Kumanovci (as the residents are called). The city and its outlying villages represent Macedonia’s exceptional multi-ethnic blend containing as they do Albanian...

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  • BEROVO

    Sustained by the Bregalnica River, Berovo stands at 830–900 m (2,723–2,953 ft) above sea level and can be reached by car using a single asphalt road leading to the city. Berovo lake and the forest of the Malesevo Mountains are two popular sites for tourists and Berovo craftsmen are well known for their skill in traditional wood crafting. Berovo cheese is also a well-known commodity...

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  • PRILEP - city of the most famouse tobacco

    Located in the Pelagonia Valley of South-Central Macedonia, Prilep has been inhabited since Neolithic times. In the later 14th century, Macedonia’s most famous medieval king, Kral Marko, a legendary warrior who became an important figure in Macedonian epic poetry, resided here. His impregnable fortress still stands high above..

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  • STIP - center of the fashion industry

    Stip is the largest urban agglomeration in the eastern part of the Republic of Macedonia, serving as the economic, industrial, entertainment and educational focal point for the surrounding municipalities. As of the 2002 census, the Štip municipality alone had a population of about 47,796. Štip is the largest textile production center...

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  • Resen

    Resen is a community center and a small town with 8848 inhabitants (census 2002).Resen Municipality is situated in the southwestern part of the Republic of Macedoniain the Prespa basin . Surrounded by high mountains. grandmother on the east side,Galichica of West Bigla the north...

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  • VELES

    Located in the core of Republic of Macedonia, Veles is a predominantly industrial town where the production of porcelain, silk and lead flourishes. Veles’ old town with its steep and winding lanes flanked by traditional wooden houses is perfect for enjoyable afternoon outings. The city’s central location makes Veles easily accessible and its historical and natural attractions make...

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  • GEVGELIJA - Macedonian Las Vegas

    Sun-drenched Gevgelija, located only a few kilometers above the Greek border, is not only the crossing point for the E-75 international highway but also an enjoyable destination in its own right. It offers a wide variety of outdoor activities, excellent and fresh cooking, cultural events, nightlife and more. Spa lovers will enjoy the luxurious... 

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  • KICEVO

    It is considered, according to some relevant sources, that the first inhabitants of this area were the Briges and the Enheleians, and later came the Desarets. With the passing of the centuries this fishing settlement grew into a town-like village which was called Enhalon (eel). The name is accidental. Namely, here on the outflow of the river Crn Drim from the Lake Ohrid, the longest journey...

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