Introducing Ohrid

Ohrid is a city in south-west part of Macedonia on she shores of the Ohrid Lake. Ohrid is one of 28 cities on the world that are part of UNESCO, as well as the Ohrid Lake. It has 365 churches for each day of the year. It is also know as the "Jerusalem of the Balkans". The streets of Ohrid are filled with traditional restaurants and cafes located on very shores of the Ohrid Lake. One of the best tourist attraction on the Balkans filled with beautiful churches, historic monuments and medieval Castle on top of the city.Top three churches in the Ohrid are Church of St. Sophia, Church of St. Panteleimon and Church of St. John of Caneo, as well as the Monastery of St. Naum. The Monetary was established in 905 AD by St. Naum who was the disciple of St. Cyril and Methodius and the creator of the Cyrillic Alphabet. Perfect place to go sightseeing, relax and enjoy.

Written on 08/20/2017 - 05:00 by Shawn Blake

Last modified on 08/20/2017 - 05:01

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The Chun Restaurant is located in the old part of Ohrid next to the shores of the Ohrid Lake. If you are a rich and juicy Macedonian meal filled with delicious Macedonian wine then you are in the right place. Our staff will make sure you feel special, and in the evening, the good mood will spice an...
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Restaurant Belvedere "At Cetkar" awaits you with diverse acoustic music every night, seasoned with delicious domestic and international specialties. The restaurant is located in the center of Ohrid near the port and has two closed halls with a capacity of 100 and 80 guests, as well as a large open...
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The restaurant Biljanini Izvori is the perfect place to enjoy great Macedonian and international dishes. Visit the traditional Biljana izvori and feel the wonderful ambiance of nature. The restaurant is located just 1 kilometer from the Ohrid city center of the famous Biljanini springs and offers...

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