North Macedonia
North Macedonia is a country located in the western Balkans. It is bordered by Kosovo to the northwest, Serbia to the north, Bulgaria to the east, Greece to the south, and Albania to the west. The capital city of North Macedonia is Skopje, which is located in the central part of the country. The official language of North Macedonia is Macedonian, and the currency is the Macedonian denar.
North Macedonia has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The country is prone to earthquakes.
The population of North Macedonia is around 2.1 million people. The majority of the population is of Macedonian descent, and the official language is Macedonian.
Macedonian cuisine is influenced by the country’s history and its location in the western Balkans. Staples of the Macedonian diet include meat, bread, and vegetables, as well as cheese and yogurt. Macedonian cuisine is also known for its use of spices, such as paprika and garlic.
The majority of the population of North Macedonia is Christian, with about 65% belonging to the Macedonian Orthodox Church. There are also small communities of other religious groups in North Macedonia, including Muslims, Roman Catholics, and Jews.