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Skopje
Skopje, Macedonia (FYROM)
The capital of Macedonia is in itself a real attraction. Once you are in the center of the city, do not be surprised if your gaze astonished starts galloping from a point to a point, and your breath stops every time it hits the next cultural monument of immense size, attesting to various historical facts and events that have left an imprint in the history of the country.
Ohrid
Ohrid, Macedonia (FYROM)
Ohrid is this magical place that will make you feel like a fairy tale – with all your small cobbled streets, neat little beaches, and scenic landscapes. And every second you spend in front of the greatness of Lake Ohrid will strike you as a godsend.
Bitola
Bitola, Macedonia (FYROM)
Do not leave from the second largest city in Macedonia without visiting the built trough charity- clock tower, which dates back to 1830 years, as well as the Church of St. Dimitri, the old bazaar and the Turkish bath. Just fascinating!
Kavadarci
Kavadarci, Macedonia (FYROM)
Located in the Tikvesh Valley, Kavadarci is one of the most beautiful towns in Macedonia and famous for its excellent wines. Here you will be fascinated by the numerous buildings with characteristic oriental architectural elements left over from the Ottoman Empire.
There's no way you would not fall in love with this country the way every Macedonian passionately loves it. And rightly so!
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Location
Macedonia is a country located in the South-eastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. It borders north-west with Kosovo, east with Bulgaria, north with Serbia, south with Greece and west with Albania. There is a plenty of mountainous areas and extensive plains in the country. The capital is Skopje.
Transportation
Macedonia is a small country and you can also use the transport, the time you will reach will be almost the same, we recommend you rent a car and travel around the country. Macedonian buses are preferredinstead of trains as a comfort and convenience and taxis are cheaper compared to those in the other European countries and are also a good way to transport.
Languages Spoken
The official language is Macedonian. Other spoken languages are: Albanian, Turkish, Romanesque and Bosnian. The younger people in society understand English as well.
Currency
The Macedonian Denar is the national currency. Other payment currencies are not accepted, even euro, US dollar or English pound. It is advisable to exchange currency in a bank or in a currency exchange. In the big cities there are many ATMs, of which, you can also withdraw money.
Visas
For citizens from EU Member States and Schengen countries, visa-free stay is allowed up to 90 days with an ID card only, visa regimes for all other countries.
Electricity
The contacts in Macedonia are from type F, which operate with plugs C and E. The standard voltage is 230V.
Vaccinations
There are no mandatory vaccines for your trip to Macedonia, but we recommend standard travel vaccines abroad - hepatitis A, B and tetanus and annual flu.
Emergency Calls
Macedonia's emergency call phones are: 192 for police, 193 for fire, 194 for emergency services.
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FAQs about Macedonia (FYROM)
Taxi fares?
About 40 Macedonian Denara (MKD) is the starting price for traveling by taxi in Macedonia. Price of taxi per kilometer is about 30 MKD, and the waiting time of the taxi is 300 MKD. The cities of Macedonia are located at relatively close distances and you can always use taxis between cities, but keep in mind that prices are not low. The price of the taxi from the airport to Skopje is about 20 Euros
Weather in Macedonia?
The climate in the north is mild and in the south-subtropical. In the summer months temperatures can reach up to 40 ° C. Weather in winter is the most commonly cool, cold and windy, while heavy snowfalls can cause delays in traveling mainly in the northern areas. Average annual rainfall in the country is relatively low.
Religions in Macedonia?
Orthodox Christianity is prevalent in the country, followed by the Muslim faith. Catholicism, Induism, and Protestantism are also part of the religions of Macedonia. After the Ottoman rule there are many Muslims, most of them in Tetovo, Bitola, and Skopje. Jews are a few and most of them you can meet in Skopje.
Motorway charges in Macedonia?
The main motorways in Macedonia have special shops for paying the fees. You can always avoid them with bypass routes, but they are longer and in a worse state. Charges for tolls range from 40 to 80 Denara.
Traveling by car in Macedonia?
Before you go to the country by car, you have to get a green card. It is a car driver's international insurance certificate.