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Guide of Ohrid

Geography

Ohrid is the largest city in North Macedonia and also serves as the administrative centre for the nearby Ohrid Municipality. It is the 8th-biggest city in the nation and the largest settlement on Lake Ohrid. It is situated to the southwest of the capital city of Skopje, to the west of Resen and Bitola.

Climate in Ohrid

Ohrid has a Mediterranean climate, verging on an oceanic climate due to the impact of the Mediterranean and the Adriatic Sea. Because of this, summers are cooler and winters are warmer than what is typical of cities with a similar climate. It rains most often throughout the winter, however, snow is an uncommon occurrence. The months of May, June, and September have the highest probability of favourable weather, with average temperatures between 20 and 26 degrees Celsius. During the middle of July and the middle of August, Ohrid is at its busiest during the annual summer festival!

Culture

The town of Ohrid, which lies on the lake's banks, is one of Europe's oldest inhabited centres. St. Pantelejmon, the oldest Slav monastery, was built there between the 7th and 19th centuries, and it also has more than 800 icons in the Byzantine style that date from the 11th to the 14th centuries. Three locations in the lake's shallow waters are evidence of ancient pile houses, and on the nearby Lin Peninsula are the remnants of a church that was established in the year 600.

Things To Do in Ohrid

Go for a Tour of Galicica National Park on an ATV

ATV Adventure Ohrid rents out All Terrain Vehicles for trips. Among the several adventure trips they offer, purchase the package for a guided ride in the National Park Galicica. The route takes an asphalt road up to the settlement of Valestovo at 300 metres above sea level. The route becomes rugged and eventually reaches Krstec summit at 1600 m above sea level. The difficult route through the Asandjura highlands leads to the Asandjura Hut, where you may eat a hearty meal before descending. On your way back, you'll be captivated by a spectacular bird's eye view of the lakes Prespa and Ohrid.

Admire the Church of St John and its location

The Church of St John is an Orthodox church located on a hillside overlooking Lake Ohrid near Kaneo Beach. You can get there in 15 minutes by walking through the scenic alleyways of the old town or climbing the steps from the beach. The church's position provides breathtaking views of the lake and beyond. For a breathtaking view across the lake, be there around sunset. The church was most likely constructed in the 13th century. It is shaped like a cross inside a rectangle and has a single dome. The dome, altar area, and internal walls are beautifully adorned with exquisite paintings.

Visit the Samoil’s Fortress

A narrow route through the trees from the Main Square leads to Samoil's Fortress, named for Tzar Samoil. He most likely constructed and expanded the castle in the early 11th century on an older location going back to at least the 4th century BC. It is a massive mediaeval structure with 18 defensive towers, 4 gates, and a 1.9-mile long wall that is 10 to 16 m high throughout the middle portion with ramparts towards the lake. The castle was destroyed many times by the Romans, Byzantines, Slavs, and Ottoman Turks, but was rebuilt and expanded each time.

Eating Out in Ohrid

Ohrid offers a number of excellent restaurants delivering excellent Macedonian cuisine as well as various international cuisines for a great lunch. Here are a few of our favourites. Among Ohrid's numerous traditional eateries, we recommend Kaj Kanevche at Kaneo. The view of Lake Ohrid from their balcony over the lake enhances the experience. Try their deep-fried plasica, a small native fish. The Gladiator, located next to the historic amphitheatre, presents a big assortment of continental meals with top-quality coffee. The amphitheatre, the Church of the Holy Mother, and the Galicica Mountain can all be seen from their terrace. Restoran un is one of Ohrid's most elegant restaurants. Aside from a terrific assortment of continental cuisine, they also provide some excellent local seafood dishes.

Transport

Airport

Ohrid is serviced by the Ohrid St Paul the Apostle Airport OHD), which is about 10 kilometres from the city. To get from the city to the airport, taxis and town cars are available. The travel takes between 15 and 20 minutes. Hire cars are available.

Getting Around Ohrid

Taxis and buses are good choices for getting about town and to surrounding areas. Water taxis and ferry boats are available for travelling to areas around the lake. Many travellers hire a vehicle for its flexibility and convenience, especially if they have children or a lot of bags. Enjoy Travel features tiny minis and huge SUVs. Book beforehand to guarantee a smooth vacation.