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Samuil's Fortress, Ohrid

#14 among attractions in Ohrid

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Samuil's Fortress (address: Kuzman Kapidan, Ohrid) is a place located in Ohrid (Ohrid municipality) and belongs to the category of forts and castles.

It is situated at an altitude of 2546 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 41°6'55"N latitude and 20°47'28"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Samuil's Fortress is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Classic Company (bus, 12 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Samuel's Fortress (historical place, 1 min walk), Ancient Theatre of Ohrid (theater, 4 min walk), Classical Amphitheatre (amphitheatre, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 41°6'55"N, 20°47'28"E
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Kuzman Kapidan, OhridOhrid North Macedonia

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Samuil's Fortress – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Church of Saints Clement and Panteleimon, Church of St. John at Kaneo, Samuel's Fortress, Plaošnik.

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    Church,

    Church of Saints Clement and Panteleimon, Ohrid

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    Church of St. John at Kaneo, Ohrid

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    Samuel's Fortress, Ohrid

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    Plaošnik, Ohrid

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    Ancient Theatre of Ohrid, Ohrid

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  • church of st sophia ohrid~1540 ftSE
    Ancient, art-filled landmark church

    Church of Saint Sophia, Ohrid

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    Museum

    Institute for Protection of Cultural Monuments and National Museum, Ohrid

    7 min walk • Institute for Protection of Cultural Monuments and the National Museum is a scientific, research and cultural institution in Ohrid, North Macedonia. The framework of this institution incorporates several departments: archaeology, history, ethnology, architecture, history of art, and contemporary art.

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    Church

    Church of St Mary Perivleptos, Ohrid

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    41°6'46"N • 20°47'59"E

    Church of Saint Clement, Ohrid

    13 min walk • Church

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    SRC Biljanini Izvori, Ohrid

    34 min walk • SRC Biljanini Izvori is a multi-purpose stadium in Ohrid, North Macedonia. It has a seating capacity of 2,500 and is the home ground of FK Ohrid Lihnidos, FK Voska Sport and ŽFK Biljanini Izvori.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Samuil's Fortress?

Nearby attractions include Samuel's Fortress, Ohrid (1 min walk), Ancient Theatre of Ohrid, Ohrid (4 min walk), Classical Amphitheatre, Ohrid (4 min walk), Plaošnik, Ohrid (5 min walk).

How to get to Samuil's Fortress by public transport?

The nearest stations to Samuil's Fortress:

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  • Classic Company (12 min walk)
  • Ohrid Bus Station (33 min walk)

Where to next? Visit ohrid Ohrid region page or discover the top tourist attractions in North Macedonia.

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