Ohrid
About the city
Ohrid with its natural,cultural,spiritual and historical characteristics,is the most developed tourist and cultural center,not only in R.N.Macedonia but also un the Balkans and beyond in Europe. These values were recognized by the world,so that Ohrid and Lake Ohrid,many years ago they were inscribed on the UNESCO list as a rare cultural and natural heritage. A real rarity is the claim of the world scientific community that Ohrid has more than 7000 years of continuous life,and the measures of civilizations are noticeable in over 250 archeological sites discovered so far.
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Rich
History
Ohrid is one of the oldest settlements in Europe and used to be considered the epicentar of religion and Slavic culture. Its history is evident in evry building that directs the old part of the city. However,it is Lake Ohrid that makes the city a unique historical artificat. Approximately three million years old,Lake Ohrid is one of the oldest and deepest lakes in Europe and gives Ohrid the prestige of being designated as a cultural and natural site for UNESCO World Heritage.
Amazing
architecture
The urban architecture of Ohrid occupies a high place in the cultural heritage as a result of the special kind of oriental town hous,built during the 18th,19th and early 20th century. With 365 churches the city has a fascinating architectural appearance,full of monasteries,fortresses and castles. Well-preserved foundations now serve as concert hall and theatres.
Beautiful
natural landscape
Choose a path and start with the personal discovery of the natural and cultural heritage and the Macedonian lake land. Discover the source of Slavic literacy and culturel and the richness of Byzantine art among the most valuable religious frescoes and schools in the world. Dive into the clear waters of the lakes. Enjoy the unique taste of the Ohrid trout or the carp on lake Prespa. Take a walk along the calm ancient hills. Enjoy the beautiful view. Breathe the fresh air and drink from the cold mountain springs.
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