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___ Republic of MacedoniaA virtual guide to the Republic of Macedonia. Get an overview of Macedonia's art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy and its government.Beside a country profile with facts and figures, this page offers maps, statistics, weather information, and links to sources that provide you with information about this Balkan nation, e.g.: official web sites of Macedonia, addresses of Macedonian and foreign embassies, domestic airlines, local news, city- and country guides with extensive travel and tourism information on accommodation, tourist attractions, events and more. |
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Republic of Macedonia | Republika Makedonija |
Country Profile |
 Flag of Macedonia Background: The Republic of Macedonia, formerly a part of Yugoslavia from which it declared independence in 1991, is situated in the central part of the Balkan Peninsula (Southeastern Europe). The country is characterized by large and high mountain massifs giving way to extensive, flat valleys and plains. International recognition of The Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia's (FYROM) independence from Yugoslavia was delayed by Greece's objection to the new state's use of what it considered a Hellenic name and symbol. Greece finally lifted its trade blockade in 1995, and the two countries agreed to normalize relations, despite continued disagreement over FYROM's use of "Macedonia." FYROM's large Albanian minority and the de facto independence of neighboring Kosovo continue to be sources of ethnic tension. border countries: Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, Serbia |
 Official Name: Republika Makedonija Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (abbrev.; FYROM) or Republic of Macedonia ISO Country Code: mk Time: Local Time = UTC +1h (in summer +2h) Actual Time: Thu-Feb-9 01:08 Country Calling Code: +389 Capital City: Skopje (pop. 500 000) Other Cities: Bitola, Gostivar, Kumanovo, Struga, Tetovo. Government: Type: Parliamentary democracy. Constitution: Adopted 17 November 1991; Last Amended 6 January 1992. Independence: 8 September 1991 (from Yugoslavia). Geography: Location: a landlocked country in the southern region of the Balkan Peninsula, north of Greece. Area: 25 713 square km. Geography: Situated, Macedonia is landlocked and mountainous. Terain: The country is mountainous, bisected by the Vardar River. Climate: Three overlaping climatic area types--Mediterranean; moderately continental; and mountainous, with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters. People: Nationality: 2 million. Ethnic groups (2002): Macedonian 64.18%, Albanian 25.17%, Turkish 3.85%, Roma 2.66%, Serb 1.78%. Religions: Eastern Orthodox 65%, Muslim 29%, Catholic 4% and others 2%. Languages: Macedonian 70%, Albanian 21%, Turkish 3%, Serbo-Croatian 3%, and others 3%. Literacy: 94% Natural resources: Low-grade iron ore, copper, lead, zinc, chromite, manganese, nickel, tungsten, gold, silver, asbestos, gypsum, timber, arable land. Agriculture products: Grapes, wine, tobacco, vegetables; milk, eggs. Industries: Food processing, beverages, textiles, chemicals, steel, cement, energy, pharmaceuticals. Exports partners: Germany 17.8%, Greece 15.3%, Italy 8.3% (2005) Imports partners: Russia 13.2%, Germany 10.4%, Greece 9.2%, Bulgaria 7.3%, Italy 6% (2005) Currency: Macedonian Denar (MKD) Sources: Presidency of Republic of Macedonia and others. |
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Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of MacedoniaGovernment of the Republic of MacedoniaOfficial website of the Government of Macedonia. The Macedonian President President of Republic of Macedonia - Branko Crvenkovski. Assembly of the Republic of Macedonia Site of the national assembly of the Republic of Macedonia. Ministry of Foreign Affairs The official website of the ministry describes the work and function. Diplomatic Missions Embassy of the Republic of Macedonia Ottawa, Canada. Diplomatic and Consular Representations of Macedonia Address list of Macedonia's Diplomatic Missions Abroad. Diplomatic mission and Consular Offices to Macedonia Address list of Diplomatic Missions accredited to Macedonia. Statistics State Statistical Office Macedonia in figures. Maps Map of Republic of MacedoniaPolitical Map of Republic of Macedonia. Administrative Map of Republic of MacedoniaMap showing Republic of Macedonia and the surrounding countries with international borders, provincial boundaries, the national capital Skopje, municipalities, major cities, main roads, railroads and major airports. Maps of Macedonia Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection of Macedonian maps.  Google
Earth MacedoniaZoomable satellite view of Macedonia. Google
Earth SkopjeZoomable satellite view of Skopje. Map
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NewsNews Agencies Macedonian Information Agency - MIA Macedonian news agency - official news and information. Makfax Macedonian news agency. Daily News in Macedonian Nova Makedonija State subsidized national and regional daily news. Vecer National news (in Macedonian) Private Dailys Dnevnik A daily newspaper. Utrinski Vesnik Daily news. Vest Macedonian daily newspaper. English Language News New Balkan Politics Journal of Politics - a political magazine. |
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Arts & CultureThe Macedonian Cultural & Information Centre (MCIC)Promoting Macedonian culture and art. Skopje Museum of Contemporary Art Official website of the museum. Soros Center for Contemporary Arts (SCCA) The contemporary art center. |
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Business & EconomyNational Bank of the Republic of MacedoniaResponsible for the stability of the national currency Denar. Economic Chamber of Macedonia Yellow Pages Macedonian business directory Transportation Airline MAT Macedonian Airlines Skopje based regional airline. Skopje and Ohrid International Airports Official website of Public Enterprise for Airport Services Macedonia. |
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Destination Macedonia - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover the Republic of Macedonia: accommodation, hotels, attractions, festivals, events, tourist boards, biking, skiing, hiking, climbing, hunting, tours and much more.ExploringMacedonia.com the Republic of Macedonia's official National Tourism Portal, presents travel information, culture and adventure tourism. Skopje The City of Skopje. Tourist Association of Skopje Scopje tourist information. Skopje Skopje city guide.  Macedonia
FAQFrequently Asked Questions about Macedonia. Hotels NEW Hotels in the Republic of Macedonia Find a Hotel in the Republic of Macedonia. |
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Environment & NatureMacedonian National Environmental PortalSite about Macedonia's environment policy within Europe. Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning Official website of the ministry (in Macedonian). |
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HistoryState Archives of the Republic of MacedoniaOfficial website of the archive. History of Macedonia 2500 years of continued documented history of Macedonia and the Macedonian Nation. History of Macedonia Historical Review of Macedonia (from the Greek point of view), history of Thessaloniki, the Origin of the Macedonians. Macedonian History Good source for Macedonian history. |
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DirectoryMacedonian index. Maknet The official Macedonian Web Directory. Additional Information about MacedoniaBBC News Country Profile: MacedoniaOpen Directory Project: Macedonia Wikipedia: Macedonia The World Factbook -- Macedonia |
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