Macedonia is one of the least discovered tourists destinations of Europe, but definitely what you may call “a hidden gem.” This gem hidden away in Eastern Europe is full of mountains, lakes and caves (remember the caves in Lord of the Rings? Yes, they resemble the Peshna Caves!)
Macedonia is surrounded by Serbia, Albania, Bulgaria and Greece.
History
Macedonia (Republic of Macedonia) is located in the Balkan Peninsular and was previously part of Yugoslavia until they gained independence in 1991. It is a spectacular landlocked country filled with spectacular landscapes including snow-covered mountain peaks, deep lakes, parks and ancient towns and monasteries. The country has an interesting past although much of the present country is yet to be explored, making it the perfect destination for those looking for off-the-beaten laces to discover.
Here are some interesting facts you may not have known about Macedonia.
The Millennium Cross
The 66, tall Millennium Cross sitting atop Vodno Mountain in Skopje is the fifth tallest cross in the world. It was constructed to serve as a memorial of 2,000 years of Christianity in Macedonia and the world. The views from here are spectacular – that is, if you can take your eyes off the cross!
Mother Theresa’s Birth place
Although Albanian by ethnicity (at the time of her birth), Mother Theresa was born in Skopje, Macedonia. There is a museum house dedicated to her in the center of the capital city of Skopje. A lovely place to visit.
Oldest lake in Europe
Lake Ohrid is the oldest and one of the deepest lakes in Europe (max depth 288m) and is estimated to be 4 million years old. The Lake has over 200 endemic species that haven’t been found at any other place in the world. It was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1979.
Peshna Cave
One of the most beautiful places in Macedonia looks exactly like the imaginary caves of Lord of the Rings!
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