Chances are you'd have to scan the map carefully to find North Macedonia. But therein lies the appeal of this little-visited Southeastern European nation. Rich in Greek, Roman, and Ottoman heritage, and with one foot in the Balkans and the other in the Mediterranean, North Macedonia really does offer a compelling and multifaceted visitor experience. And with few tourists to compete with, its myriad of monuments and museums, crystal clear lakes, and wide-open mountain countryside is yours to explore.
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