Opportunities for Tourism Development in the Town of Ohrid

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Pages: 277-287

Abstract:

Macedonia appeared on the map of Europe after the collapse of former Yugoslavia in 1991. For many years, its official name was the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, but since 2019, the country has been called the Republic of North Macedonia. The country boasts a particularly favorable tourist and geographical location. Both natural and anthropogenic tourist resources are diverse. The attractiveness of tourist resources itself is one of the most important elements in the formation and development of tourist activities. Many tourists visit the lakes, mineral springs and mountain resorts in the country. The numerous monasteries create good conditions for pilgrimage tourism along with rural tourism, hunting, fishing, etc. The Republic of Macedonia is home to over 700 cultural and historical monuments, whose number, value, and diversity make an important contribution to the development of cognitive tourism. The town of Ohrid stands out with its significant cultural and historical heritage. The town’s interesting architecture attracts many tourists, both from the country and abroad. In 1979 and 1980 respectively, Ohrid and Lake Ohrid have been recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Ohrid is one of only 28 UNESCO World Heritage Sites that have been designated as both a cultural and a natural heritage site.

Keywords:

Republic of North Macedonia; tourism; Ohrid; UNESCO.

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