Table of Contents
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
Table of Contents 2 Welcome to Ohrid-Prepsa 3-4 Things to do 5-6 Ohrid 7-14 Villages 15-16 Galicia National Park and Hiking 17-18 Ohrid Beaches 19-20 Tourist Association of Ohrid Biljana 21 Transportation 22 About Macedonia The Ohrid Prespa Region of Macedonia Welcome to Ohrid J faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop Galicia National Park and Hiking [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwe- nucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxohcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io x J faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxo- hcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io x jfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenu- crunxip2cf oip ycqnoxohcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io xJ faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxo- hcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io x J faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenu- crunxip2cf oip ycqnoxohcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io xJ faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxo- hcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io x J faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfi- upxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxohcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io x J faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwe- nucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxohcribfxnqo pifu[ibncq[io x J faljjfas lkasvlj oqi fajkh oiruvw coiuqnrovc hqopvucoqw ho[uvqcop [uno[iu coi[nqu[coiubcqo vq[o2iu b[opcnux[ vhtiocqwg piucry[oi2quncrx[o hv[oiuqwbcio[p quboi[ fuqweoiuc fxoqwey cfiupxqh p yoiqwncroixqwenucrunxip2cf oip ycqnoxo- Things to do in Ohrid Ohrid It’s hard to argue that Ohrid isn’t the must see destination for visitors to Macedonia. Ohrid is the biggest tourist town in Macedonia, and it shows. From the moment you arrive, you’ll know you are somewhere different. And once you make your way to the lake, you’ll realize what all of the hype is about. Ohrid is the biggest city in the Prespa-Ohrid region (which is named for the lakes, not the city) and is usually the first, if not only, place visitors to the region go. In itself, Ohrid is an unforgettable experience. From its amazing architecture, countless churches, and all night parties, a trip to Macedonia isn’t complete without a visit to Ohrid. Orientation. Ohrid is located on the northeastern shore of Lake Ohrid. East of Ohrid is Galichica National Park and Lake Prespa. South of Ohrid are beaches, villages, and eventually the Albanian border. The monastery Sveti Naum is situated right before the border and is one of the regions most popular tourist attractions. What to do For a small city, there is a lot to see and do in Ohrid. An easy walking tour of the city takes you around most of the sights in 3 to 4 hours. Start in the center, walk into the old town, follow the cliffs to the fishing village Kaneo, up the hill to King Samuel’s fortress, and down through the old town to the antique theater. Ohrid is often called the Macedonian Jerusalem because at one point the city was home to 365 Ohrid churches. While the number is now somewhat less, if you are interested in Orthodox architecture and want to see some beautifully preserved frescos, you’ll be in for a treat. The highlights are Sveti Sofia, Sveti 5 Jovan Kaneo and Sveti Bogorodica Perivlepta. There is usually an entrance fee for churches, 50-100 MKD. The old bazaar, or stara charsija, is an interesting look back into Ohrid’s Turkish past. A number of the remaining mosques in Ohrid are here as well as a famous 100-year-old tree. This is also where the green market is located, so if you want to pick up something to eat or some cheap souvenirs, check this area out. The walking street that runs through Ohrid is called the charsija (as opposed to the stara charsija). When people in Ohrid go out for coffee, shopping or just for a stroll, they usually say they are going na charsija. One great way to spend an afternoon: browse the shops, drink a coffee, eat some ice cream and people watch in the charsija. If you are in Ohrid in July or August, you might be able to get tickets to the Ohrid Summer Festival, an annual music and drama festival. Most performances are held in Ohrid’s antique Roman theater, so the festival can be historical experience. Information about performers and tickets are available at small stands in the center during the summer. By the lake, there are lots of boat drivers, and who will solicit boat trips in a kajche (small boat). This is a good opportunity to see the town from the lake, and some good photo opportunities are guaranteed. For a longer trip, larger boats leave for the Monastery Sveti Naum at 11:00 and return later in the after- noon for 400 MKD. Also, some of the boat companies offer night cruises for about 100 MKD. To experience Ohrid’s nightlife, there are lots of options. Young stylish Macedonians crowd the café bars Kadmo, Liquid and Jazz Inn, all located along the lake in the old town. A more mature crowd can be found in the Duck café or Irish pub, both located along the lake. After the bars close at one or two in the Ohrid morning, most people head to Cuba Libre or take a taxi and to one the nightclubs at Hotel Park or Hotel Metropol. Where to stay It seems like everyone in Ohrid has a room to rent. Stop by Bilijana’s office and we will help you book a 6 room. Expect to pay around 10-15 Euro. Ljubanista The Prespa Ohrid region of Macedonia has many unique villages with many exciting opportunities for travelers, though few boast as much as Ljubanista, Beaches, mountains, traditional culture and architec- ture, Ljubanista has it all. And on top of all of that, Ljbanistae is also home to Biljana Tourist Association’s second tourist info center. Most of our tourist activities are based out of Ljubanista, so you if you want to enjoy village life to its fullest, Ljubanista should be on your list. Ljibanista is a traditional yet active village and tourist destination wrapped into one package. Ljubani- sta consists of the village Ljbanista is located on the slope of Galichica National Park and down the slope on the shore of Lake Ohrid is one of the most popular campsites and beaches. Ljubanista a good starting point for hiking, has arguably the best of the Ohrid beaches, lots of tradi- tional culture and the opportunity to take advantage of many activities. What to do? Most Macedonians know Ljubanista for its sandy beach and campsite, and many swear that it’s the best beach on Lake Ohrid. The campsite and beach is a 10-minute walk down the hill from the village. While there are plenty of trails into the mountain from Ljubanista, this is the ideal spot to start your trek to the highest point on Mount Galichica. It’s a long and difficult hike, so you might want to hire a guide. Sveti Naum monastery, one of the most important Orthodox monasteries in Macedonia most popular tourist destinations, is located 2 km from the village. A tourist complex with beaches and restaurants that are open in the summer surrounds the monastery. During the summer, Biljana operates a tourism information office on the main road through Ljubanista. Villages If you travel through the village, you can’t miss it. Stop by and we can arrange activities such as donkey or 7 horse treks, mountain and rock climbing, diving, and other tours. You can even just stop by the office for a coffee and some advice from our friendly staff. (See pages 20-21 for more details.) What to eat There aren’t any restaurants in Ljubanista, but a traditional meal can be arranged at one of the many guesthouses in the village. There is no lack of places in the nearby tourist destination Sveti Naum for skara (grilled meat) and there is also a well stocked store/café in the center of the village. Where to stay There are plenty of private rooms in the village and Bilijana will gladly help you book one. If you are in the Villages mood for camping, the campsite on the lakeshore offers… How to get there Take the bus to Sveti Naum from Ohrid for 90 MKD. A taxi from Ohrid will cost upwards of 600 MKD. By car, take the road south from Ohrid toward Sveti Naum. 8 ElsaniIf you have some time to spend, and want to get away from the summer heat and crowds, Elsani, a small village on the western slope of Galicia National Park, is a good choice.