Southeast Europe
North Macedonia
The top 5 natural landmarks of North Macedonia — real photos, locations and fascinating facts for every wonder.
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LakesLake Ohrid
Southwestern
Lake Ohrid is a lake which straddles the mountainous border between the southwestern part of North Macedonia and eastern Albania. It is one of Europe's deepest and oldest lakes, with a unique aquatic ecosystem of worldwide importance, with more than 200 endemic species.
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One of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes, full of unique species.
CanyonsMatka Canyon
Skopje
Matka (Macedonian: Матка; Albanian: Matkë) is a canyon located west of central Skopje, North Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares, Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in North Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries.
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A dramatic river gorge dotted with caves near the capital.
MountainsMavrovo
Western
Mavrovo National Park (Macedonian: Национален парк Маврово) is the largest of the four national parks of North Macedonia, within the borders of the municipality of Mavrovo and Rostuse.
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North Macedonia's largest park of peaks, forest and a glacial lake.
LakesLake Prespa
Southwestern
The Lake Prespa is located on the tripoint of North Macedonia, Albania and Greece. It is a system of two lakes separated by an isthmus: the Great Prespa Lake, divided among the three countries, and the Little Prespa Lake, mostly within Greece.
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A high ancient lake shared by three countries, rich in birdlife.
WaterfallsSmolare Falls
Southeastern
Smolare Falls (Macedonian: Смоларски Водопад) is a landform of Macedonia. It is located above the village of Smolare in the Municipality of Novo Selo in the southeastern region of the country. The waterfall is part of the Lomnica River and is located deep in Mount Belasica at an elevation of 630 metres.
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The country's highest waterfall, plunging nearly 40 m through forest.