Cognitive tourism does not necessarily have to take place in the country's promoted travel agencies, somewhere far from home. It is interesting and fun can also be in one of the Balkan countries. Why, for example, do not draw your gaze to Macedonia. This amazing country is slightly away from the tourist routes familiar to Russian-speaking travelers, but this does not mean that the local rest will be worse than in neighboring Bulgaria or Greece. In Macedonia, there is everything necessary for the long-awaited vacation successfully - clean air, warm sun and a rich history. Make sure all tourists who ventured to visit this small country will be able to see.
Macedonians are very welcoming and friendly people. With high attention and sincere care, they treat the smallest tourists. In hotels of any resort, the country for young guests provides everything you need for a comfortable stay. By the way, hotels and hotels in Macedonia have a different level. In the capital of the country, Skopje can be dwelling in chic apartments or spend the night in a clean and inexpensive hostel. Small resort towns of Macedonia offer tourists comfortable rooms in family mini-hotels, guesthouses or small hotels. In ski resorts and Lake Ohrid, you can rent private apartments at the time of rest. Rent an apartment in Macedonia at cost corresponds to accommodation in a good three-star hotel. By the way, most countries of the country are certified as two- and three-star institutions. Nevertheless, rooms in such hotels are equipped with air conditioning, minibars, bathroom. On the territory of some hotels there are pools and playgrounds. As for the nutrition, Macedonia hotels practiced separate payment for accommodation and food. If desired, tourists can enjoy breakfasts and a full board in a restaurant attached to the hotel or a guest house.
Another important aspect that talks in favor of Macedonia is the ability to taste the dishes of the National Macedonian cuisine which is distinguished by the abundance of fresh vegetables, juicy fruits, a large selection of fish and meat dishes. What is only worth the trout in Ohrid or eel, baked in a pot. Such a nice sweet taste is only in fish caught in Ohrid Lake. And the portions in the local restaurants and the cafe are pleased with the Balkan sizes. One plate of hot dishes and lettuce can be saturated with two adult tourists. It is especially nice to try all these disasters sitting at the restaurant table or café located on the lake coast. The picturesque panorama, fascinating the sounds of live folk music and aromas emanating from traditional dishes, fix the already pleasant impressions of staying in this country. And with all this, food in Macedonia is considered one of the cheapest among all nearby countries (Bulgaria, Greece, Albania). But that's not all. Macedonia is famous for not only fish in Ohrid, but also with their home wines. It is possible to taste the wine of excellent quality in restaurants, special hotels located on the territory of grape plantations or in the courtyards of private houses.
Another advantage of small Macedonia to other countries is a very diverse nature. There are clean lakes, beautiful waterfalls, picturesque valleys and amazing silent mountains. On the territory of Macedonia there are two mountain ranges - Rhodopes in the central part and Pind in the West. Lovers of outdoor activities can make hiking, cycling and horseback walks in these areas during a warm period. In winter, the ski resorts of Macedonia are pleased with the opportunity to ride skiing and snowboarding on good tracks. Snow cover in mountainous areas is held from November to early March. To all other, inquisitive restless tourists in the resorts of Macedonia can take up not only mountain or hiking, but also to get acquainted with speleology. One of the most beautiful cave areas of the country is located in the Mountains of the Bistro, where many grotts are hidden and the most famous Spring cave (Wheel) is located.
Ecotourists Macedonia will surprise with pure pine air, hiding on the shore of the lake and his pearl - an ancient crystal transparent Ohrid lake. For the ecology of the lake introduced into the UNESCO World Heritage List, carefully follows the employees of the environmental organization. On the shore of the lake is one of the most popular resorts of Macedonia - Ohrid. This city with an innumerable amount of Orthodox churches and temples, peacefully walking with mosques, once again confirms the correctness of the choice of tourists, in favor of recreation in Macedonia.
And not, not a special popularity of Macedonia among tourists, in my opinion, is a big plus. As this gives a chance to travelers to relax in a relaxed atmosphere and leisurely inspect the sights of the country without pursuing the noisy crowds of holidaymakers. And considering the compact sizes of Macedonia, if desired, in one vacation, it turns out to study all its remarkable corners. Due to the good work of local tour desks, inspection of monuments and natural attractions of the country can be accompanied by an experienced guide, which will easily suit boat skating in Ohrid Lake with an occasion of the monastery of Holy Nauma or Research Promenade on the streets of Skopje.
As for the minuses of relaxation in this country, it is not particularly intensive air communication between Macedonia and Russia. This complicates tourists a free choice of the arrival / departure date on the attracted resort. A small number of direct flights from Russia to Ohrid is the most popular resort of Macedonia and charter flights to Skopje creates great inconveniences for travelers. Tied to temporary restrictions, travelers have to fly through Greece, which forces the visa and pushes for additional costs.
But is there any at least one resort, the rest on which there is no shortcoming? I have not encountered so much. So tourists should drop all doubts and dare to travel to the former province of the Roman Empire - the country, who had a natural corner and medieval monuments in pristine form.