Ohrid – the romantic point of Balkan History

By Zoritza Petrova on Friday, March 12, 2010
Filled Under: Balkan Peninsula

OhridOhrid is a city in southwest Macedonia. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Ohrid. Ohrid population of more than 40 000 people. Every year there are several out-festival “Ohrid Summer Festival (theater, music and art),” Balkan Festival of Folk Songs and Dances “and” Balkan Music Square. Ohrid is old and can offer you discover the Ohrid lake, visits to the fortress of Samuel and all other interesting places. You can stay cheaply in some 5-star hotels, at low cost. The architecture of the city is very interesting, diverse and extremely ancient. In every house has maintained the spirit of Macedonia, Serbia, Greece and Bulgaria. It must be borne in mind that the territory of Macedonia has experienced major changes over the years has been the subject of many wars and unrest.
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Seven Altars Monastery in the Balkan

By Zoritza Petrova on Monday, February 22, 2010
Filled Under: Balkan Peninsula, Europe

Sedemte prestolaIn the deep forests of Mount Rzhana hiding in the mountains powerful chamber of one of the most astonishing and ancient sites throughout Bulgaria-Seven Altars Monastery. Only a few kilometers can stay in the fabulous village Osenovlag accompanying towards the foot of the monastery’s relics. The whole region is isolated from the modern world, away from the bustle and noise of the big city and big problems. Osenovlag Village is located in the Municipality of Svoge and is only 90 kilometers from the capital, which makes it a desirable destination for many residents of Sofia, lovers of rural tourism and nature walks. Quickly and easily reached by road from the capital in Kubratovo – Novi Iskar – Svoge – Osenovlag. The village is easily accessible, and through it on a narrow road from the railway station in the Iskar Gorge Eliseina to reach the monastery.
The nature in these areas is extreme. Mixture of deciduous and coniferous forests and nests of blackcurrant fruit, wild strawberries and raspberries, accompanied by the beauty of the landscape Tomasinieviya crocus give a unique identity and charm. Lovers walking in the forest will be able to enjoy the beauty of nature in the area and be delighted by the rest of the mountain air.
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