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North Macedonia

Северна Македонија
Capital
Skopje
Population
2.1M
Area
25,713 km²
Language
Macedonian

North Macedonia is a country in Southeast Europe, Europe. Its capital is Skopje, with a population of approximately 2.1M and a total area of 25,713 km². The official language is Macedonian and the currency is the Macedonian Denar (MKD).

📊 Quick Facts about North Macedonia

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Population
2.1M
total residents
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Total Area
25,713 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
82/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$13.5B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$6,429
per person
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Currency
Macedonian Denar (MKD)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Macedonian
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
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Independence
1991
established
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Local Time in Skopje

North Macedonia covers an area of 25,713 km² with a population density of 82/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $13.5B ($6,429 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia is one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes, over 3 million years old and home to unique species found nowhere else. The nearby town of Ohrid has 365 churches and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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✈️ Travel Information for North Macedonia

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Continental, cold winters, hot summers
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Cost of Travel
Budget
vs global average
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK
entry requirements

⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.

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📍 North Macedonia on the Map

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📍 Skopje, North Macedonia
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🏆 North Macedonia World Rankings

1st
Ancient Heritage
Birthplace of Alexander the Great's Macedonian Empire
1st
Oldest Lake
Lake Ohrid, one of Europe's oldest lakes at 3 million years
1st
Churches
Ohrid has 365 churches, one for every day of the year
1st
Name Change
Changed name from Macedonia to North Macedonia in 2019

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about North Macedonia

What is the capital of North Macedonia?

The capital of North Macedonia is Skopje.

What continent is North Macedonia in?

North Macedonia is located in Europe, in the Southeast Europe region.

What currency does North Macedonia use?

North Macedonia uses the Macedonian Denar (MKD). The international calling code is +389.

What is the GDP of North Macedonia?

North Macedonia has a GDP of $13.5B, with a GDP per capita of $6,429.

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