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Nature and views in Lake Ohrid

Centered on one of the world's oldest and deepest lakes, this collection highlights the geological and ecological diversity of the Ohrid-Prespa region. It features the Galičica mountain range, which separates the two lakes, and the crystal-clear Vevchani and Saint Naum springs. The list includes distinctive rock formations like Guri i Kamjes, ancient cave churches such as St. Stephen, and diverse shorelines ranging from the pebbled Orevche beach to the sandy stretches of Pogradec.

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Lake Ohrid

Lake Ohrid is a lake which straddles the mountainous border between the southwestern part of North Macedonia and eastern Albania.
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Koritski Rigde

Elevated viewpoint on Galičica Mountain offering panoramic vistas of Lake Ohrid and the surrounding peaks.
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Baba

High-altitude viewpoint located within Galičica National Park, providing sights of both Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa.
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Galičica

Galičica is a mountain situated across the border between North Macedonia and Albania.
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Bay of Bones Viewpoint

Overlook providing a perspective of the reconstructed prehistoric stilt house settlement on Lake Ohrid's eastern shore.
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Kalaja Pogradec

Ruins of an ancient Illyrian fortress situated on a hill 200 meters above Pogradec, offering views of the lake's southern basin.
Kiril Simeonovski / CC BY-SA 4.0
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St. Stephen

A small 14th-century cave church dedicated to St. Stephen, featuring preserved frescoes and located near the village of Konjsko.
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Metropolis Beach

A lakeside beach area located south of Ohrid city, known for its clear waters and proximity to the Sveti Stefan monastery.
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The Change

Regional restaurant in Pogradec specializing in Koran fish and traditional Albanian cuisine with views of the lake.
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Restorant Dashnorja E Fundit

Lakeside dining establishment in Pogradec offering traditional Albanian dishes and fresh fish from Lake Ohrid.
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Rei

Waterfront restaurant in Pogradec known for its outdoor seating and selection of local Ohrid trout.
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Mali raj

Traditional restaurant located near the springs of Saint Naum, serving regional Macedonian specialties.
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Vevchani Springs

A series of natural springs located at the foot of the Jablanica Mountain, featuring a network of wooden bridges and hiking trails.
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Drim

Beach area in Struga where the Black Drin River flows out of Lake Ohrid.
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Orevche

A secluded pebblestone beach on the eastern shore of Lake Ohrid, accessible via a steep path through the woods.
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Springhead Saint Naum

The main source of Lake Ohrid, where underground water from Lake Prespa emerges through 45 natural springs.
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Guri I Kamjes

A massive rock formation near Pogradec, standing at 1,461 meters and resembling a ship, shaped by wind and water erosion.
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Shpella Guri i Bletës

A natural cave formation located in the mountainous terrain south of Pogradec.
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Skanderbeg table

A large, flat rock formation near the village of Lin, associated with local legends of the Albanian national hero.
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Shpella e Pëllumbave

Natural cave located on the shores of Lake Ohrid, accessible by boat or hiking trails.
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