The young independent state of Macedonia is one of the most unexplored by tourists in the Balkans. Tourism began to develop in the country only recently, and therefore fans of special delights in terms of service or the latest modern hotels have nothing to catch here. For those who always put the hospitality of local residents and the opportunity to enjoy the natural beauty at the forefront, the resorts of Macedonia will fall in love with them immediately and forever. Clean rivers, high mountains, fresh air and so far only a small amount of "homo touristicus" are undoubted advantages for this Balkan destination.
For or Against?
Discussing the advantages of a tour to Macedonia, experienced tourists also mention visa-free entry for Russian citizens for 90 days and a relatively short flight. Direct delivery of Russian vacationers to Skopje is carried out weekly by charters, but regular flights are still possible only through Belgrade.
Do not worry about safety during a tour to the resorts of Macedonia. Subject to the basic rules of conduct, the traveler is unlikely to run the risk of getting into an awkward situation.
On Lake Ohrid
The main summer resort in Macedonia is the city of Ohrid. It is customary to sunbathe and swim on the shores of the local lake, and a few dozen ancient Orthodox churches in Ohrid will not let a fan of ancient Christian architecture get bored. The construction time of churches ranges between the 9th and 14th centuries, and each temple is interesting and unique in its own way.
Macedonian beaches on Lake Ohrid are sandy. Their strip stretches for more than three dozen kilometers. On the shores of the lake, you can find hotels and boarding houses for every taste - from very inexpensive to fairly solid.
Vacation at the beach resort of Macedonia involves not only sunbathing and swimming, but also active sports. Serious entertainment includes yachting and local sailing regattas, while those with seasickness enjoy playing beach volleyball.
Not a single beach …
Among other entertainments dear to the heart of a tourist in the summer resort of Macedonia are music festivals. The funniest one takes place on the shore of Ohrid in July and features performances by thousands of folklore groups. The significance of this event is so great that it is overseen by UNESCO. Around the same time, theater companies from all over the Old World come to Macedonia to take part in the Drama Festival.
