Deep in the south of the tiny country of North Macedonia lays the charming city of Bitola. The city is known as the city of the consuls because during the Ottoman Empire it was the place where the consuls from Europe and the Ottoman Empire would meet. Even today, a large part of the consular offices of Macedonia are still here.
Being the second largest city in the country Bitola has a lot to offer. Bitola is known as a cultural city, especially in summer when the city actually transforms into an open-air festival. Cinema, theater, music, independent performers, art shows, you name it, Bitola has it. Of course, when you are in a new city you have to try the local food. Warm tripe soup in the winter or wild grilled mushrooms with some garlic sauce to deep is just the beginning of the long menu you are going to be offered anywhere you go.
Тhe mountains and the hills surrounding Bitola are another special story. Home of numerous natural lakes, breath-taking views and rare flora you can find only in the Pelister national park, might be a few more reasons to visit Bitola.
