Ohrid in North Macedonia has Europe’s deepest lake. That and the fact that it has a church for everyday of the year.
Macedonia
Easily the hidden gem of Europe, Macedonia is full of mountains, lakes and caves and definitely a must visit place. How can you overlook the pristine Ohrid Lake, one of the deepest in all of Europe? Did you know that the famous Ohrid Pearls comes from here? Some of the world’s best wines can be found here as well. No wonder it is called TIMELESS MACEDONIA!
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Amidst the lush verdure where the River Crn Drim tumbled into the blue Ohrid Lake, was a refuge that I could only describe as Paradise.