North Macedonia, an inland country located in Southeast Europe, boasts a pleasant climate and beautiful scenery, combining the charm of the Balkan Peninsula with distinct Mediterranean features, earning it the reputation of being the "Jewel of the Balkans." This treasure of a country surprised investors again in 2020: North Macedonia was rated as one of the "Top Ten Best Travel Destinations in the World" by the renowned media outlet Lonely Planet. This significant news once again highlights North Macedonia's status as a European tourist destination!
Lonely Planet specifically pointed out: "The once widely known Macedonia, after decades of political debate with neighboring Greece, has adopted a new name—North Macedonia. This agreement signed in 2018 has made relations between this landlocked Balkan country and its neighbors friendlier and reshaped its international image. The local cuisine, rich traditions, and natural beauty are already well-known, and those passionate about culture and adventure now have new reasons to visit: in 2020, new flight routes to Lake Ohrid, listed as a World Natural and Cultural Heritage site, will be launched, and the local Galičica hiking trail, stretching 495 kilometers along the rugged mountains, will also be put into use.
North Macedonia, a renowned European tourist destination, is highly attractive due to its rich history and diverse culture.
In fact, as a magical land, North Macedonia often brings many surprises. In addition to its unique cuisine and beautiful scenery, there are various outdoor activities, making it a paradise for adventurers. Majestic peaks, picturesque lakes, soaring waterfalls, ancient castles, and a wealth of cultural heritage, archaeological sites, and landmark buildings along the way all add much joy to the journey.
According to relevant statistics, there are over 1,000 churches and monasteries and more than 4,200 archaeological sites in North Macedonia. Its main tourist areas include Lake Ohrid, Struga, Lake Dojran, Lake Prespa, Mount Mavrovo, and others. The famous tourist city of Ohrid is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and once had 365 churches, earning it the name "Jerusalem of the Balkans." Ohrid is known for its beautiful scenery and pleasant climate, making it a popular destination for international health resorts and sightseeing.
Today, North Macedonia is a melting pot of cultures: Persian, Greek, Roman, Turkish, and Serbian influences attract travelers from around the world to explore. As a result, North Macedonia has become a favored holiday destination for Europeans, with a steady influx of tourists.
North Macedonia's tourism industry is rapidly developing, making it an open, charming, and opportunity-filled treasure.
In recent years, to promote economic development and accelerate integration into the European Union, the North Macedonian government has vigorously advanced infrastructure construction, driving the development of tourism-related industries. Since 2013, the North Macedonian government has identified cultural tourism as a national characteristic. As one of the important pillar industries of the national economy, tourism in North Macedonia has flourished in recent years, with the number of foreign tourists consistently increasing!
According to data from the State Statistical Office of North Macedonia, in 2017, the number of foreign tourists increased by 23.5% year-on-year, in 2018 by 12%, and in 2019 by 7%. Among them, in 2018, the number of Chinese tourists visiting North Macedonia increased by 45%, setting a historical record! With the launch of North Macedonia's new investment citizenship program, foreign investors may invest more in the tourism-related real estate market. For investors, North Macedonia is an open, charming, and opportunity-filled treasure.
Good news: In 2021, North Macedonia launched a new investment citizenship project, providing investors with a great opportunity to enter the North Macedonian tourism market! Currently, the highly anticipated North Macedonia investment citizenship project has officially launched in China, with a global limit of 1,000 spots, actively recruiting global investors!
Currently, North Macedonia is a candidate country for EU membership and has been included in the EU's eighth enlargement plan, ranking alongside Montenegro for early accession, with hopes of joining the EU in the coming years! For investors, the North Macedonia investment citizenship project opens another convenient pathway for quickly obtaining an EU passport! Investors can apply for a North Macedonian passport by donating €200,000 to a government-designated fund through the North Macedonia Distinguished Citizen Program.
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