Introduction to tourist attractions in North Macedonia Famous attractions in North Macedonia

European Travel: Entering Skopje, the capital of Macedonia (photo)

Departing from Ni? Hotel (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

Sightseeing in Macedonia will be divided into It is a two-part content. On that day, we first visited the Vada River Bridge rebuilt in the 15th century in Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, and visited the traditional Grand Bazaar, as well as the Mustafa Pasha Mosque and St. Spas, which were also built in the 15th century. Famous attractions include churches, Kara Castle from the Turkish period, ancient inns, Alexander the Great Square, Mother Teresa Monument and Memorial Hall. The next day, on the way to the next stop, Albania, in the Macedonian city of Ohrid, we went boating on a beautiful lake and enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Ohrid’s lakes and mountains.

Scenery on the way (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

On the way to Split, tour guide Shen Chenwei gave a general introduction to Macedonia and its capital, Split. The Republic of Macedonia, referred to as Macedonia, is a landlocked country located in the southern part of the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe, bordering Bulgaria to the east, Serbia to the north, Albania to the west, and Greece to the south. The ancient Macedonian region included the Macedonian Republic and Central Macedonia, Western Macedonia, and Eastern Macedonia-Thrace in northern Greece.

Skopje Castle (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Regarding ancient Macedonia, the Greek side believes that the Kingdom of Ancient Macedonia is a branch of the ancient Greeks, and the Kingdom of Ancient Macedonia belongs to Greek history. The Macedonian Democratic Republic claimed that it was the successor of the Kingdom of Macedonia and the Macedonian Socialist Democratic Republic, and therefore insisted on using the country name "Macedonia".

Houses in the Old City (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The Slavs moved to Macedonia in the 7th century. From the second half of the 10th century to 1018, Samoilo established the first Slavic Macedonia for men. Since the 14th century, Macedonia has been under Byzantine and Turkish rule for a long time. After the First Balkan War ended in 1912, Serbian, Bulgarian, and Greek armies occupied the Macedonian region.

Pedestrians in the Old City (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The geographical part of Serbia is called Vardar Macedonia. After World War I, Vardar Macedonia was merged into Serbia, Croatia and Slovenia as part of Serbia. kingdom. In 1929 it was renamed the Kingdom of Yugoslavia. After World War II, the Federal People's Republic of Yugoslavia was established. Vardar Macedonia, formerly part of Serbia, became one of the constituent units of the Yugoslav Federation, known as the Macedonian Republic. On November 20, 1991, Macedonia declared independence. In 1993, it joined the United Nations under the temporary name of "The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia".

Street murals (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

In order to promote economic development and accelerate integration into the European Union, the Macedonian government vigorously promotes infrastructure construction and drives the development of related industries, called European One of the fastest growing countries. Ranking 36th among 141 countries, it is one of the best-performing countries in Europe. Macedonia does not face the sea and is a landlocked country. Macedonia does not have many neighbors, only 4: Bulgaria to the east, Greece to the south, Albania to the west, and Serbia to the north. The terrain of Macedonia is mostly mountainous, with the Vada River running through it from north to south.

A corner of a market stall (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

Market pedestrians (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

Skopje is a republic of Macedonia The capital and largest city in Macedonia, one-third of the total population of Macedonia lives in Skopje. Skopje is also the political, cultural, economic and academic center of Macedonia. The name of Skopje in ancient Roman times was Scupi.

Street scene in the old city (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The area near Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, has been inhabited since about 4000 BC. The remains of a Neolithic settlement were discovered near the Skopje Castle in the center of today's Skopje. On the eve of the 1st century, the settlement was conquered by the Romans and became a camping ground for the Roman army.

Photos of the Old Town (Photography: Sun Tao)

During the Balkan War in 1912, Skopje was conquered by the Kingdom of Serbia. After World War I, Skopje became a new country. Part of the Kingdom of Serbo-Croat-Slovenia (later the Kingdom of Yugoslavia).

Old Town Wine House (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

During World War II, Skopje was occupied by the troops of the Kingdom of Bulgaria, an Axis power. In 1944, it became the capital of the Socialist Republic of Macedonia, a member of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Skopje experienced rapid development after World War II. However, due to the earthquake in 1963, its development was temporarily halted. In 1991, Skopje became the capital of independent Macedonia from Yugoslavia.

A corner of the market (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

When arriving in Skopje, Shen Chenwei took everyone first to the ancient market in the old city and walked through the streets and alleys. Proceed to Mustafa Pasha Mosque.

Skopje's Ancient Market Street is located near Macedonia Square. The literal translation of the Ancient Market is "Old Bazaar". It is said to be the second largest Turkish-style market in Europe, and the largest is in Istanbul, Turkey. .

Photos of the market (photo: Wang Jue)

Residents in traditional costumes (photo: Feng Ganyong)

The Old Bazaar has the highest concentration of mosques in Skopje The buildings in this area are mostly typical Ottoman architecture. The minaret of the mosque and the streets of the Ottoman period also look quite harmonious.

Wandering the streets and alleys of the ancient city (Photo: Wang Jue)

Most of the residents in the old city are Albanians and Turks who believe in Islam. Residents in traditional Turkish costumes can be seen everywhere. There is also a small Albanian market.

Pasha Mosque (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Shen Chenwei led the team to the Staffa Pasha Mosque built in 1492 on the hillside. The tall minaret is extremely eye-catching. The courtyard of the mosque is very clean. The mosque was built with money from Mustafa Pasha, a prominent political figure in the Ottoman Empire during the reigns of Bayezid II and Selim I. Following the etiquette for a period of time, the group members took off their shoes and entered the mosque to admire the solemn mosque. The spacious hall and luxurious dome leave a deep impression.

Inside the mosque (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

In addition to the mosque, Skopje also has a Christian church and a monastery. After leaving the Staffa Pasha Mosque and coming to the St. Spas Church, walk into Found in the small courtyard of the church, it is more like admiring an art treasure house. Built in 1826, the church was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1970. There is a sarcophagus in the courtyard that is very eye-catching.

Sarcophagus in the church (Photo: Wang Jue)

The church was built underground because during the Turkish rule, churches were not allowed to be built higher than the mosque. The pride of place here is a 10-meter-wide and 6-meter-high iconostasis, all made of walnut wood. It is very exquisite and was carved by the brothers Frckovski and Filipvoski, who were skilled artists in the early 19th century. The church's courtyard leads to Goce Delcev's tomb and museum. Goce Delcev was the leader of the Macedonian domestic revolutionary organization IMRO and a national hero. He was killed by the Turks in 1903.

Castle Watchtower (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

When leaving the church and going to Alexander the Great Square, we happened to pass the ancient Kara Castle on the side of the road. Kara Castle is an ancient Roman-era building located on the left bank of the Vada River. It was built in the early 6th century AD. From the castle, you can overlook the entire city of Skopje. Shen Chenwei said that the large stones inside Kara Castle are from the 4th century, and the outer wall is from the 11th century. At that time, Macedonia was under the rule of the Roman Empire. Due to time constraints, I did not go up to the castle to have a look.

A corner of the ancient posthouse (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The last thing to visit in the old city is the Ancient Posthouse. Since ancient times, Skopje has been the Balkan Peninsula connecting the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic. An important transportation hub in Yahai, it has important strategic and commercial status. Therefore, the post station here was very developed at that time.

The old and new cities complement each other (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Walking into the ancient inn in Skopje, at first glance, it is no different from the one in China. The spacious courtyard is filled with towering pines and cypresses, which are used for bolting. There are horses, and the various flowers in the stone flowerbed are blooming brightly but not eye-catching.

Street photos (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The entire inn is a two-story structure like a courtyard, with a restaurant downstairs and guest rooms upstairs. Now it has become the location of a restaurant. There is no longer the bustling scene of caravans coming in and out.

The bridge over the Vada River (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The famous stone bridge over the Vada River in front of Alexander the Great Square is a symbol of Skopje. This stone bridge was built by Emperor Justinian in 1451 during the Byzantine Empire. It has been a battleground for military strategists since ancient times. Both then and now, it is the only bridge connecting Skopje's Old Town and New Town.

Stone Bridge Museum (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

After the tour of the old town, the team came to the river, walked across the bridge and entered Skopje’s New Town Square. Standing on the stone bridge and looking around, you can see a series of buildings in the surrounding area. Opera houses, museums, etc. are all distributed in this area. The modern buildings show the style of the new city.

Sculptures on the river (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The Vardar River under the bridge is the mother river of Skopje. The Vardar River is a river in the southern Balkan Peninsula. Originating from the eastern slope of the Sal Mountain on the border between Macedonia and Albania, it first flows north through northern Macedonia, then turns southeast, passes through Skopje and Tito Veles, enters the Greek border, and flows south into the Aegean Sea into the Gulf of Salonika. The total length is 420 kilometers, most of which is in Macedonia.

Macedonia Square (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

There are several bridges on the Vardar River, 5 of which are all in Skopje, the capital of Macedonia. The stone bridge has twelve semicircular arches and is more than 200 meters long.

Both sides of the Vardar Riverside Square are also filled with statues of figures, ranging from ancient Justinian I to modern advocates and actors of national independence, standing along the river.

Group photo in the square (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

After crossing the bridge, we came to Alexander the Great Square in Skopje. It used to be called Tito Square, but now it is also called Macedonia Square. It is the largest square in the Republic of Macedonia. The fountain in Alexander the Great Square is beautiful. The largest "horsed warrior" in the middle is the ancient Roman bronze statue of Alexander the Great. The base is surrounded by eight warriors and four lions. Surrounding the warrior are musical fountains and angry lion statues.

Statue in the Square (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The warriors on the base are soldiers holding spears, looking like the famous "Macedonian Phalanx" at that time. Alexander the Great relied on this phalanx , unified Greece and conquered Eurasia. The Macedonian Empire once swept through Persia and flattened Egypt. It was the largest empire during the ancient Roman Empire. Alexander the Great was the most famous historical figure in Macedonia.

Statue of mother and child (photo: Feng Ganyong)

There are many sculptures in Alexander the Great Square, and the figures in the statues are all very lifelike. Among them, there is a group of sculptures of mothers from pregnancy to raising their children at the fountain. The characters depicted in this sculpture are lifelike and very touching. In addition, the famous Boatman Monument sculptures also attract the attention of many tourists.

Boatman Monument (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

The full name is "Thessaloniki Boatman Monument" and was built in 2011. Thessaloniki is a city in northern Greece. When the Ottoman Turks advanced westward, the local people actively opposed the Ottoman Empire's occupation of Macedonia. This statue commemorates this period of history and uses the boatman to represent that when you go out to sea, you can leave your daily life behind and have unlimited freedom.

Mother Teresa Memorial Hall (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Walk through the square and finally arrive at the Mother Teresa Monument and Memorial Hall. Mother Teresa (Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, August 27, 1910 - September 5, 1997) was a world-famous Catholic charity worker. She was born in Skopje, Macedonia. Her main achievement was to serve the poor in Calcutta, India. For her lifelong dedication to eradicating poverty, she won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979. She is the pride of Macedonians and the pride of Skopje people. In October 2003, she was included in the Catholic beatification list by Pope John Paul II, and Mother Teresa's name became Blessed Teresa.

Monument to the Nuns (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Triumphal Arch (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The Triumphal Arch in Skopje is the symbol of the 20th anniversary of Macedonia’s independence (Macedonia in 1991 Independence in 2012) and was officially completed and opened in January 2012. The Arc de Triomphe is 21 meters high. It was designed by the Macedonian sculptor Valentina Stephanovska, who also designed the equestrian statue of Alexander.

Photography of the Arc de Triomphe (Photography: Wang Jue)

There is an observation deck overlooking the whole city on the Arc de Triomphe. This is another country that has a Arc de Triomphe after Romania has a Arc de Triomphe. Standing on the observation deck, you can have a panoramic view of the cityscape of Skopje, the capital of Macedonia.

A corner of Ohrid (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Lakes and mountains (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The most beautiful thing in Macedonia is undoubtedly Lake Ohrid . Lake Ohrid is the second largest natural lake in the Balkan Peninsula and the deepest lake (the deepest point is 304 meters). It is located on the border between Albania and the Union of Yugoslavia, with one third in Albania and two thirds in the Union of Yugoslavia. The lake is 30 kilometers long, 12 kilometers wide, covers an area of ??365 square kilometers, and has an altitude of 695 meters. It is a mountaintop lake with steep shores.

Rippled blue waves (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

The water source of Lake Ohrid mainly comes from mountain springs, so it can be said to be a rare unpolluted freshwater lake in Europe. Lake Ohrid is surrounded by mountains. The water is clear and transparent. The surface of the lake is like a mirror, dark blue, with beautiful mountains and water. On the east side of Lake Ohrid, separated by a large mountain, there is another lake called Prespa Lake. It is also a lake formed by the surrounding mountain springs. There are caves connecting it with Lake Ohrid. Therefore people often call them sister lakes.

Boating on the lake (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Boating on the lake, I saw that the surface of Lake Ohrid was like a mirror. According to the results of a large number of studies conducted by the Ohrid Institute of Biohydrology on the organisms in the lake, the existing organisms in the lake are almost the same as those in the Tertiary Period 50 million years ago. The sponges and some fish in the lake are among the last remnants of aquatic life in Eurasia before the Ice Age. Their shapes are almost the same as those of existing fossils.

Viewing on the lake (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Photos on the lake (Photography: Sun Tao)

There is no doubt that Lake Ohrid is listed among the best in the world Natural heritage, at the same time, the entire city of Ohrid is also included in the World Cultural Heritage List by UNESCO. When I saw Lake Ohrid, I couldn’t help but sigh: What a great place worth staying for a long time! If you observe carefully, you will find that the water of Lake Ohrid in Macedonia is blue and the surface of the lake is more dynamic. The agility of Lake Ohrid is reflected in the changing colors of the water and the rich layers of reflections in the water.

Return to the pier (Photography: Feng Ganyong)

Due to the beautiful scenery of Lake Ohrid and the pleasant Mediterranean climate, the two cities on the shores of Lake Ohrid - Porgera in Albania Detz and Ohrid, Yugoslavia, have become international tourist and health resorts. There are also history museums, art galleries and art schools. The "Ohrid Summer Festival" and "Balkan Festival" are held here every year, during which wonderful folk dances, music, etc. are performed. After finishing the sightseeing at Lake Ohrid in Macedonia, the team drove to Tirana, the capital of Albania, to continue their Balkan tour. (Photo: Feng Ganyong)

Enter Ohrid, North Macedonia_

Ohrid is the seventh largest city in North Macedonia, located southwest of Skopje. Mori and west of Bitola, close to the Albanian border. The city of Ohrid is located on the shore of Lake Ohrid and is one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. It was mainly built between the 7th and 19th centuries, and there are many ancient buildings in the city such as medieval churches, monasteries, frescoes, castles and towers. Lake Ohrid is an excellent natural landscape that provides shelter for many endemic species of Tertiary freshwater flora and fauna.

Ohrid is one of the oldest cities in Europe. In ancient Greece, this place was deeply influenced by Greek culture. During the ancient Roman Empire, Ohrid was part of ancient Rome. In the 4th century AD, Eastern and Western Rome split, and the Ohrid region became part of the Eastern Roman Empire. Starting from the 6th century AD, a large number of southern Slavs poured into the Balkan Peninsula. One group settled in today's North Macedonia, and another group settled in today's Bulgaria. In 867 AD, the Bulgarians conquered Ohrid. From 990 to 1015, the capital of the Bulgarian Empire moved to Ohrid, and Ohrid became the religious and cultural center of the entire Balkans. At the end of the 14th century, the city of Ohrid was conquered by the Ottoman Turkish Empire and remained under Turkish rule until 1912. In 1991, North Macedonia became an independent country and Ohrid became an important city in North Macedonia.

Ohrid is an ancient city with beautiful scenery and pleasant climate. The city has many ancient buildings such as medieval churches, monasteries, murals, castles and towers, and is known as the "Pearl of the Balkans". Ohrid is also the administrative center of Ohrid District. The historical city of Ohrid attracts tourists with its many historical sites. In the past, there were 360 ??churches in Ohrid, but only 23 have been preserved to this day. The buildings of the Byzantine era show the glory of the city for hundreds of years, hence the name "Jerusalem of the Balkans".

The architecture of Ohrid represents the best preserved and most complete collection of ancient urban architecture in this part of Europe. So far, seven rectangular synagogues have been discovered during archaeological excavations in the old town of Ohrid. A large number of archaeological sites also enrich the fabric of the city's core, with an emphasis on early Christian cathedrals, famous for their mosaic floors.

The Church of St. Sophia is located in the old town of Ohrid, North Macedonia, adjacent to Lake Ohrid. It is the largest church in Ohrid and the episcopal church of the diocese. Hagia Sophia was built in the 11th century. The church is supported by several Roman columns and is famous for its exquisite Byzantine murals. Hagia Sophia combines Romanesque and Byzantine architectural styles. It was the church of the entire region of North Macedonia from the 11th to the 18th century. The main part of the church was built in the 11th century, and some buildings were added to the outside in the 14th century. The murals inside Hagia Sophia originated from the 11th to 13th centuries. They were the most outstanding representatives of Byzantine painting at that time, and are artistic masterpieces and cultural treasures of this country. These murals tell people the story of a long-gone era. This church is the most important historical site in North Macedonia, representing medieval architecture and art.

Samuel Fortress is located on the north side of the old town of Ohrid, a city in North Macedonia. It was built from 976 to 1014 AD and is the largest existing medieval castle ruins in North Macedonia. one. During the period when Ohrid was the capital of the Bulgarian Empire, the fortress was fully expanded. The fortress occupied the entire top of Ohrid and was surrounded by towers and a 3-kilometer-long solid wall. There were three upper, lower and northern sections. Of the city gates, only the upper gate remains. Samuel's Fortress is one of the largest surviving medieval castle ruins in North Macedonia.

The Church of St. John at Kaneo is located in Ohrid, North Macedonia. The church is built on a cliff beside Lake Ohrid.

The Church of St. John of Canio was built in the 13th century and is said to be built in memory of John the Theologian, the apostle of Christ and theologian. This dazzling church stands on the cliff beside Lake Ohrid. It is towering, independent in the sky, and has a sense of solemnity and dignity. The church is reflected in the blue water of Lake Ohrid, with beautiful lake and mountain scenery and elegant scenery. Since the Middle Ages, monks have enjoyed doing spiritual exercises here. The church is vaguely reflected in the blue lake water, with beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains, and elegant scenery. The road leading to the church is also very unique. Walk along the lake in the direction of the setting sun. The church is at the end of a long wooden plank road.

Ohrid Lake is located in the southwest of North Macedonia and the border with Albania. It is the second largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula and one of the oldest lakes in Europe, covering an area of ??approximately 365 square kilometers. meters, 35 kilometers long, 15 kilometers wide, and the deepest point is more than 300 meters. The water of the lake is clear and transparent, the surface of the lake is like a mirror, dark blue, the mountains and waters are beautiful, and the scenery is beautiful. Lake Ohrid is the deepest lake in the Balkan Peninsula, with the deepest point reaching an astonishing 288 meters. Two-thirds of the total lake area belongs to Macedonia and the remainder to Albania. Thousands of lights and European-style buildings along the lake are reflected in the lake, with light and shadow intertwining like a dream, as if they have recreated another wonderful water world. Ohrid is also known as the "City of Sunshine". In this paradise of sunshine and water, the lake always presents an indescribable deep blue, and the lake waves are as clear as a mirror.

Lake Ohrid provides shelter for many Tertiary endemic and remnant freshwater plant and animal species. Lake Ohrid is a deep and ancient lake of tectonic origin that has persisted for approximately 2 million to 3 million years. There are more than 200 species of endemic flora and fauna in the lake, including algae, planarians, snails, crustaceans and 17 species of endemic fish (including two species of trout). There are also abundant bird species along the coast.

Ohrid is one of the oldest human settlements in Europe. Ohrid is one of the best-preserved complete architectural complexes, including archaeological remains from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. Ohrid has exemplary religious architecture from the 7th to 19th centuries, as well as displays of vernacular architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries. urban structure. They all have real historical, architectural, cultural and artistic value. The religious buildings, murals and icons here bear witness to the area's importance as a religious and cultural center over the centuries.

Inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1979 and expanded in 1980 and 2019, the Natural and Cultural Heritage of the Ohrid region was included as a dual cultural and natural heritage. UNESCO World Heritage Committee World Heritage List.

Writing and photography by Sun Keqin

The current situation of "North Macedonia" in poor European countries, let you see the real North Macedonia

1. North Macedonia is a country located in A landlocked country in Southern Europe in southeastern Europe and the center of the Balkan Peninsula, it covers an area of ??25,713 square kilometers and has a population of 2.08 million. There are 85 local administrative districts in the country.

2. Skopje is the capital and largest city of North Macedonia. The Vardar River runs through the city. The old city is on the north bank of the river, and the new city is on the south bank. There are many modern buildings and it is also the city's urban center. center.

3. The official language of Macedonia is Macedonian, which belongs to the eastern branch of the Indo-European language family - the Slavic language family - the South Slavic branch. It is the lingua franca of the main ethnic group Macedonians, who belong to the Balkan type of the Europa race.

4. North Macedonia implements a universal insurance system for medical care, which is somewhat similar to our medical insurance. As long as there is universal insurance locally, it can be used directly in any hospital across the country. Generally, 80% of outpatient reimbursement is paid, and hospitalization is based on income. It depends on the cost, starting from 75%, and can be reimbursed in full at most. Local hospitals provide three meals a day for free, and there are dedicated nurses.

5. One-third of the total population of North Macedonia lives in the capital Skopje. The city suffered a major earthquake in 1963, and 80% of the urban area was destroyed. Today’s urban area was built by the Japanese Tange Designed by Kenzo Planning. There is also Skopje Airport, one of two airports in the country, the other being Ohrid International Airport.

6. The traditional betrothal custom in North Macedonia does not require a betrothal gift, but flowers and chocolates are indispensable. The quantity must be an odd number. Sending odd numbers in the local area expresses happiness. Sending even numbers of flowers is usually used. funeral. Traditional weddings take place over three consecutive days.

7. North Macedonia is currently a member of NATO and has not joined the European Union and the Eurozone. The local currency is the dinar, 1 Macedonian dinar = 0.124337 yuan.

8. The per capita income in North Macedonia is generally not high. The monthly income of most people in the country is between 1,680 yuan and 3,690 yuan. The country’s wealthy class is mainly concentrated in the capital Skopje, which also has a per capita income. The highest price generally exceeds RMB 3,100, which is generally difficult to reach in other cities.

9. The climate of North Macedonia is mainly temperate continental, with extreme maximum temperatures reaching 40°C and minimum temperatures reaching -30°C. There are many mountains in the territory. It borders Bulgaria to the east and Greece to the south. The Republic of Korea is bordered by the Republic of Albania to the west and the Republic of Serbia to the north.

10. There are no tolls or speed limits on North Macedonia's highways. You drive on the right, but you must turn on your lights when driving, no matter day or night. In addition, our driving license can be used locally for six months.

11. North Macedonia has quite a lot of holidays in a year. There are more than 40 days of holidays in total, all of which are paid holidays. If the holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, you must go there. After adding an extra day of holiday, the locals believe that holidays are holidays and cannot be confused with Saturdays and Sundays.

12. Ohrid is the seventh largest city in North Macedonia. It was built in the second century BC and has many ancient buildings and historical sites in the city. Although the city is not big, it has many churches. The number once reached 365. The city is currently listed as a World Heritage Site together with Lake Ohrid, which has the same name as it. Lake Ohrid is the oldest in the world. one of the lakes.

13. North Macedonia implements free education below high school. There are not many public schools in the country. Most of them are private and expensive. Many public schools are insufficiently funded and have average infrastructure. There are many school buses in the country. aided.

14. Bitola was founded in the 7th century AD and is the second largest city in North Macedonia, 169 kilometers away from the capital Skopje. The city's economic development is higher than the average level of North Macedonia, and many medium and large enterprises in North Macedonia have set up their corporate headquarters in the city.

15. There is a street in Karaha, the southern city of North Macedonia, called Liangxing Avenue. The street is entirely made of special glass. It is very bright and looks smooth, but it is not comfortable to walk on it. Not slippery and amazing.

16. North Macedonia has many rivers, but most of them are small rivers. Among them, the Vardar River Basin accounts for most of its territory. It has a relatively rich variety of mineral resources, including coal, iron, lead, zinc, copper, nickel, etc. .

17. North Macedonians work 5 days a week, 7 hours a day. Overtime is not possible in the country. Generally, businesses are open on Saturday mornings and closed in the afternoon and Sunday. North Macedonians like to spend the night in restaurants, bars, and cafes, and they usually have entertainment until late on weekends.

18. Tetovo is a city in the northwest of North Macedonia. It is an industrial city in the country. Its industries include woolen textiles, leather, tobacco processing, etc. There is chromium mining and smelting on the outskirts of the city.

19. There are many supermarkets in North Macedonia, some big and some small. You can almost reach one within a few steps. Because the local light industry is underdeveloped, the toys, daily necessities, and some foods in the supermarkets need to be imported. Many of them are imported. From Yiwu, my country. Locally produced drinks and potatoes are very cheap. Potatoes only cost more than 6 cents per pound, and a large bottle of drinks costs 1.5 yuan. But imported things are more expensive.

20. North Macedonia’s economy mainly relies on ore mining, metallurgy, chemicals, electricity, wood processing, food processing, etc. Its main trading partners are Germany, the United Kingdom, Greece, etc.

21. Housing prices in North Macedonia have been relatively stable in recent years, with no major ups and downs. However, the price gap between cities is still very obvious. Large cities are much higher than small cities. Take the capital Skopje. For example, this year’s housing prices range from RMB 7,100 to RMB 9,200 per square meter.

22. North Macedonia has participated in the Olympic Games since 1996 and has not won an Olympic medal so far.

23. In addition to cultural relics and historic sites, there are churches in North Macedonia. Some cultural relics and historic sites have become ruins after years of baptism. The more famous scenic spots include Prespa Lake, Kale Castle, and St. Spas. Church etc.

24. Although North Macedonia is not very wealthy, the locals are generally leisurely and contented. They have no concept of saving money. They spend it when they have money. If they don’t have money, they use credit cards. On average, a family travels abroad once or twice a year. A favorite place for locals to visit is France.

On the 25th, in the eastern part of North Macedonia, a tomato fight is held every year. It is very lively. On this day of the festival, people of all ages pick up tomatoes and throw them away. After a big fight, everyone is covered in blood. It's tomato flavor.

26. In the cities of North Macedonia, you are not allowed to dry clothes outside. In rural areas, you can dry clothes in the backyard, but you are not allowed to dry them in the front yard. Most locals use dryers at home.

27. Public security in North Macedonia is pretty good. Except for countless thieves, there are no other problems.

When foreigners buy things in local markets, prices are generally higher than