Macedonia Guide
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A mystical country with beautiful lakes and historic monuments, Macedonia is a delightful and promising destination.Located in the heart of the Balkans, the country boasts of a rich Hellenic heritage. The country is lauded for its outstanding natural beauty and friendly inhabitants. Outdoor enthusiasts will definitely enjoy their time in Macedonia as there are plenty opportunities including skiing, biking, hiking, etc.
Macedonia Info
ADMINISTRATIVE / COMMERCIAL CAPITAL: Skopje
GEOGRAPHY
Macedonia is a landlocked country located in Southern Europe. With a total area of 25,713 km2, Macedonia shares borders with Kosovo, Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece and Albania.
DEMOGRAPHY
A population of close to 2 Million. Muslims account for about 33% of the population.
CLIMATE
Summers are warm and dry while winters are wet and cold. The temperature during summer may exceed 40°C. Snowfalls during winter are common.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Macedonian is the official language. Albanian, Turkish and English are widely used as well.
LOCAL TIME
GMT + 1hrs throughout the year
BUSINESS HOURS
General: 9 AM to 5 PM
HOLIDAYS
Independence Day: September 8th
May Day: May 1st
Day of the Republic: August 2nd
Christmas: December 25th
Revolution Day: October 11th
Muslim Festivals (based on the lunar calandar):
Eid-ul Fitr
Eid-ul Adha
CURRENCY
Macedonian Denar
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Police/ Emergencies: 192
Medical: 194
Fire: 193
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