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The Top 19 Natural Monuments in Southwestern Region

Southwestern Region’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 19

beautiful natural monuments in Southwestern Region. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 21, 2025

Springs of Lake Ohrid

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Yes, part of the route is actually along the road, but since the traffic is clear, it wasn't that dramatic. The destination, however, is worth it.

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Lake Ohrid

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Lake Ohrid is a mighty body of water with an area of 358 km².
It is the second largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula and one of the oldest in …

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Galicica National Park

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The Galičica Mountains, located between Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa, have been a national park since 1958. The Magaro (north of the pass road is the highest mountain here at …

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Source of the Black Drin

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The Black Drin (Alb. Drin/-i i Zi; Macedonian Црни Дрим Crni Drim) rises in Lake Ohrid; according to other sources, the head of the river is in the Ostrovo area …

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Magaro Hiking Area

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In the Galicica National Park there are some hiking trails of approx. 1 to 5 hours in length in the area around Mount Magaro. A fee must be paid at …

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St. Mother of God Balaklija Chapel and Spring

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Behind the church is a small jetty that invites you to linger.
There you can also watch the boats well.

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Boškov Most Spring and Fountain

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Clear waters of Lake Ohrid

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Clear water makes Lake Ohrid a truly beautiful lake. Lake Ohrid is one of the oldest lakes in Europe and at the center of historical developments.

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View of Lake Ohrid

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Very close to the border between North Macedonia and Albania there are beautiful panoramic views of Lake Ohrid, one of the deepest and oldest lakes in Europe.

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Magaro Peak (2,255 m) – View of Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa

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From here you have a beautiful view of Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa.

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The Top 19 Natural Monuments in Southwestern Region

Springs of Lake Ohrid

Lake Ohrid

Galicica National Park

Source of the Black Drin

Magaro Hiking Area

St. Mother of God Balaklija Chapel and Spring

Boškov Most Spring and Fountain

Clear waters of Lake Ohrid

View of Lake Ohrid

Magaro Peak (2,255 m) – View of Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa

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