North Macedonia

Lake Ohrid's ancient churches.

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This is a first draft of the North Macedonia list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Must-See

Must-See
Heritage · UNESCO

Lake Ohrid

A very old lake, and a town once said to have 365 churches.

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Worth a Detour

Worth a Detour
Cities · Canyons

Skopje and Matka Canyon

A city of statues and an old Ottoman bazaar, by a gorge.

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If You're Nearby

If You're Nearby
Mountains · Skiing

Mavrovo

The Balkans' mountain park, with its drowned church and Bigorski Monastery.

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On the Map

Grey pins: guides still being written.