North Macedonia

Lake Ohrid is one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes and forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Capital: Skopje

Currency: Macedonian Denar (MKD)

Best time: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Weather: Continental with Mediterranean influence

Top attractions: Skopje • Lake Ohrid • Bitola • Matka Canyon • Mavrovo

Nature: mountains • lakes • canyons • forests • national parks

Quick fact: Lake Ohrid is one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes and forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.