About Ohrid

Ohrid Bazzar
According to the 2002 census, Ohrid had a population of 55,700. Ohrid is situated located on the eastern shore of Lake Ohrid in south-western Macedonia, at an altitude of 695 meters above the sea level.
The E-65 international route passes by Ohrid, and connects with the nearby Resen (35 km) and Bitola (56 km) on the east and with Struga (15 km), Kicevo (61 km), Gostivar (107 km), Tetovo (132 km) and Skopje (174 km). Sveti Naum border is on the south (28 km).

The port of Ohrid with a view of Galicica mountain
Ohrid tourist destination

A town of vast history and heritage, it was made a UNESCO heritage site in 1980. Ohrid is without a doubt the jewel in Macedonia's crown. Nestled between high mountains up to 2,800m and Lake Ohrid, it is not only a place of historic magnificence but also of outstanding natural beauty.
Ohrid hosts many cultural events, like: the Balkan Folklore Festival, Ohrid Swimming Marathon, Ohrid Summer Festival as well as many others.
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