Bitola - Wikipedia
WebBitola (/ ˈ b iː t oʊ l ə,-t ə l ə /; Macedonian: Битола ⓘ) is a city in the southwestern part of North Macedonia. It is located in the southern part of the Pelagonia valley, surrounded by the Baba, Nidže, and Kajmakčalan mountain ranges, 14 kilometres (9 miles) north of the Medžitlija-Níki border crossing with Greece.
Bitola | History & Facts | Britannica
WebBitola, southernmost city of North Macedonia. It lies on the Dragor River at an elevation of 2,019 feet at the western edge of the Bitola Plain, a few miles from the Greek frontier. Near the Greek-founded settlement Heraclea Lyncestis, later a Roman city, it was invaded by Slavic tribes in the 5th and 6th centuries.
12 Things to Do in Bitola, North Macedonia + Travel Guide
WebNov 29, 2020 · It’s a convenient transit point for overland travel between Greece and North Macedonia – but more than that, Bitola is a destination in itself, and a must-see for history buffs in my opinion. My city guide brings together the best things to do in Bitola, plus three suggested Bitola day trips.
Bitola – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebBitola is nicknamed “City of Consuls” and is the second largest city in North Macedonia, with a population of over 70,000 in the city proper and nearly 100,000 in the larger Bitola Municipality. Near the border with Greece, it straddles the Dragor River at the foot of Baba Mountain in Pelister National Park .
The Ultimate Bitola Travel Guide - Into Macedonia
WebMacedonian Spelling: Битола. Bitola Travel Facts. Pronounced: BIT-ola. Location: Southwestern, North Macedonia. Population: 69,287. Elevation: 650 m (2,130 ft) Time zone: UTC+1 (CET) Area: 2,637 km2 (1,018 sq mi) Bitola is great for… Watersports. history. landscapes. coffee culture. dining out. Pelister NP. Bitola Transport Links. By Bus.
Bitola - Discovering Macedonia
WebA place where Ottoman and European culture met, creating the biggest number of consulates brought together in one place on the Balkans. Now, an urban and modern city offering numerous monuments of history, nurturing tradition, and allowing you to discover Macedonia in a very steady rhythm, Bitola is your next stop along the way.
Spotlight on: Bitola, North Macedonia’s ‘city of consuls’
WebFeb 10, 2019 · A stroll through history. Bitola’s architectural elegance won’t come as a surprise once you learn that the town was the diplomatic and cultural centre of the Ottoman Empire in the Balkans.
8 Awesome Things To Do In Bitola, North Macedonia
WebFeb 23, 2022 · UPDATED: February 8, 2024. Rich in history, Bitola has a relaxing atmosphere and a noticeable Western European feel. Nicknamed “the city of consuls” for its…well, large number of consulates, the main attraction is an archaeological site dating back to the 4th century BC.
Bitola - North Macedonia Timeless
WebBitola is the second largest city in Macedonia according to the number of inhabitants. During Yugoslavia, it was one of the cultural centres, both in the Kingdom of Yugoslavia and in the SFRY. The father of the Turkish nation, Kemal Ataturk, graduated from the officer school in Bitola. Some of his items are preserved at the National Museum today.
Bitola - Wikiwand
WebBitola is a city in the southwestern part of North Macedonia. It is located in the southern part of the Pelagonia valley, surrounded by the Baba, Nidže, and Kajmakčalan mountain ranges, 14 kilometres north of the Medžitlija-Níki border crossing with Greece.
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