That interior of the Church of St. Sophia was spectacular! I could feel the continuous sense of living history and the ancient icon paintings were amazing.
you are finally there, Ohrid ^^ that reminds me of the great time i had 5 years ago. I like Macedonian people very much, not rich, but very warm hearted & hospitable. miss Macedonia
I get home from a crap day at work, and look at You Tube for something to get me out of my sour mood. Then your video pops up. Thank you for showing that coast line walkway and fort views.
We're all here in Canada worried about getting covid and dementia and you're travelling the world and enjoying yourself..you made the right life choice...🤣😉😉
From the food, weather, buildings and vibe, looks like my kind of place. Love this style of video Gabriel does. No BS and it's not about him. Just taking us along.
'It's not about him' - those are the right words! Most other youtubers, even the good ones, tend to make videos somehow about themselves, by being constantly in the view. And youtuber is a stupid word, Gabriel is like better than that.
Take a boat tour to St.Naum on the south part of lake there is very nice monastery and the crystal clear spring that flows into lake. St.Naum is a must see place for all Ohrid tourists. Enjoy
@Dardan El Rahim It’s a mix of a lot. Notice how I didn’t say ‘Macedonia’? I said Ohrid. Just because a bunch of your people invaded the east, doesnt mean it’s yours. It’s still Slavic.
@Dardan El Rahim never will happen, but I wouldn’t protest it if you all were Orthodox. I would want the world to be albania if you were orthodox. But that will never happen, because you aren’t, and God will not allow a pious group of people to be destroyed.
It really is beautiful, just shows that Balkans have such rich history as well beautiful places to visit. The Balkans will always be the heart of Europe, even if its countries through politics is so bad.
Ohrid has 365 churches. Same as the days of the year. But there are also mosques, because it is a multiethnic city. Because they come wild and drive the tame.
Million thanks Gabriel brother its one of your best video in your travel history in my eyes it is so beautiful because I got to know by your North Macedonia's video that North Macedonia is also a beautiful place to VISIT and being a PASTOR my family and I love to visit places where we can PRAY in different Churches and to see the old Churches too it's an awesome I pray May God bless you more with sound health to May you keep making these wonderful videos for us thanks again and stay blessed.
If you want to do it the easy way you take a taxi to Samuel's fortress and you can easily walk down the cliff to the old town enjoing the beautiful views 😂😂😂. Ohrid and Bitola are the two places I really enjoy in North Macedonia.
Another dose of sanity. Loved the folk music at the end. Never heard of this place before. I'm impressed that the Ottomans didn't destroy the Byzantine churches. Back in the day, the Ottomans must have been one of the world's superpowers.
@@dacho707 Not sure it was the Ottomans who did that. Within the Christian religion there was a dispute about the use of icons and images. The iconoclasts wanted to remove all images of Jesus, Mary and saints.
@Anonymous mongols and romans were tolerant of different cultures, the turks made lots of churches into mosques and destroyed lots of them during the conquest.
This land was conquered from so many empires and countries through the years. Roman empire, Ottoman empire, WW1,WW2, many outrageous murders to this people it's miracle that's still exist. Thank you Gabrielle for showing us this beautiful ❤️ town.
Thank you very much for this video , I couldn’t visit my hometown this summer 😢 I was born and raised in Ohrid, it is just beautiful there. It hurts to see my town so empty... 🤗
Did you pick up on how clean the water of the Lake is? There's millions of little fish And you showed the red stairway stone in the entrance to Saint Sophia!! Makes my day❤️ I actually forgot about the boardwalk, how's that possible, it's so cool
not to spoil your first impression there but although the water LOOKS clean and crystal clear there are only a few places where I would sign up on that (like perhaps the crn drim springs at Sveti Naum where Lake Ohrid is fed with fresh water coming from lake Prespa through the ground). Anything near the city of Ohrid or Struga, you can't speak of clean water. I also spoke to a german biologist who took samples for bacterial analysis a few years ago and he confirmed what I already knew. Perhaps with less tourism in 2020 the lake might have recovered a bit, of course. But hey, as long as it looks nice...and I certainly miss my morning and night walks there...
@@losangelos i suppose you're right. When we went around the springs at Sveti Naum, i even drank handfuls of the water... wouldn't do that anywhere else, definitely!
@@elineeugenie5224 considering they store some strange barrels behind the springs (behind the fence on the lawn) I would not drink any water there, lol. Fun fact, in OH I usually buy water at the pharmacy that allegedly comes directly from the White Mountains of Crete, filled into BPA-free plastic bottles (never lose faith).
@@losangelos what the hell are you talking about? The water at the springs is 1000% natural, drinkable the freshest water ever. Lake is the cleanest ever only a few spots u should avoid cause theres sewage going in. Please stop this. Ohrid Lake is a real GEM.
@@devkodevko8389 one of us talked to a german marine biologist (or whatever his profession) who took many samples everywhere. Of course, his worst results were in the stari grad / struga area. There's nothing for me to stop. But I can also make a video of all the trash that noone ever pulled out of the water (pre 2020). Regarding the springs is just my personal observation and opinion. And again: just b/c something looks clean doesn't mean it is. pozdrav
Nice one Gabriel ...tried to go to Turkey but my flight was cancelled will start next May ... you are the very best feel like I know you ..nice simple guy especially enjoyed Croatia ..you keep it all real ..
Despite all the tragedy surrounding the pandemic, it is nice that you've landed in the Balkans, and have been able to really explore it and share the experiences more in-depth than maybe in the past with other places. Despite the criticism you mentioned getting early on, you're much better off there than in CA watching it burn (which is very heartbreaking when you know people who've lost their homes). Stay safe, and travel on!
Glad you liked it! Its a great place for us macedonians to go in the summer. It offers great natural beauty to relax the soul and awesome places to have fun also! 😃👽👽💜
Excellent job my friend! Ohrid is the birthplace of Christianity in Europe. Was brought to Ohrid from Syria. Some churches there date some 300 years before the romans recognized the Christianity. Some frescoes in Ohrid recognize renaissance again some 200-300 years before the renaissance showed in for first time in Italy. The first person to be baptized on European soil was also believed to be in Ohrid, her name supposedly was Lydia. Love Ohrid. Love Macedonia love the balkans. Peace and love to all balkans (ONCE AND FOR ALL)
Gabriel, I LOVE your videos and your informative narratives! I always want to travel to the locations, this one no exception! I did travel to Panama and hired your guide, Armando... excelente. Living vicariously thru you during 2020. Stay well.
Amazing video as always. I always enjoy your travels. I guess I see you do things that remind me of the things I get a buzz out of when I travel places. I always notice how you love to sample a local beer when you visit places. I used to like that too as it sort of defines a country or a place as well as using the local currency. Just makes me a little sad that we can’t travel at the moment because of the greed of a few psychopaths. But I feel the truth is starting to emerge and we will soon be able to travel I hope. Enjoy yourself. Keep on doing what you do. Plus I always like your polite and respectful manner with people. I always think that pays dividends. Keep on exploring. Don’t be in any hurry to return home. You’ll regret it. Keep doing what you do best. Great video. Thanks.
Ohrid has 365 churches. Same as the days of the year. But there are also mosques, because it is a multiethnic city. Because they come wild and drive the tame.
Really loved the ending ...Balkan music is so heartfelt and celebratory. The fact that you were on top of Samuel’s Fortress by yourself was mind blowing. You picked the best time of year to see Ohrid, despite the political viruses😉
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That interior of the Church of St. Sophia was spectacular! I could feel the continuous sense of living history and the ancient icon paintings were amazing.
I agree, I I am glad someone else enjoyed as I did.
you are finally there, Ohrid ^^ that reminds me of the great time i had 5 years ago. I like Macedonian people very much, not rich, but very warm hearted & hospitable. miss Macedonia
I get home from a crap day at work, and look at You Tube for something to get me out of my sour mood. Then your video pops up. Thank you for showing that coast line walkway and fort views.
We're all here in Canada worried about getting covid and dementia and you're travelling the world and enjoying yourself..you made the right life choice...🤣😉😉
You can stop being worried about covid now. Politicians and media say to be scared forever and vote for them.
I hear you but I must say, CBC is doing a fine job of scare tactics journalism. More and more stats everyday it's starting to sound like baseball.
@@ThunderDome74 its a flue season, shit happens
@@gameswithinga - you know it, Olaf.
@@themissdior1235 - Well said. They're wonderful and I'm glad Gabriel has continued his travels.
From the food, weather, buildings and vibe, looks like my kind of place. Love this style of video Gabriel does. No BS and it's not about him. Just taking us along.
'It's not about him' - those are the right words! Most other youtubers, even the good ones, tend to make videos somehow about themselves, by being constantly in the view. And youtuber is a stupid word, Gabriel is like better than that.
@@meryuk yes, exactly! The fact that he doesn't get more views says more about the society than anything else in my opinion!
Amen. From humble persons you learn the most...
Take a boat tour to St.Naum on the south part of lake there is very nice monastery and the crystal clear spring that flows into lake. St.Naum is a must see place for all Ohrid tourists. Enjoy
My beautiful hometown. I miss it dearly 🇲🇰❤️
Hi, there ! Ohrid is just awesome place to visit. Beautiful Macedonia !!!
The coolest video from the Macedonian series. Fantastic job Gabe!
This is the place of st clement, who developed the slavic alphabet. Greatest place for all south slavs.
@Dardan El Rahim It’s a mix of a lot. Notice how I didn’t say ‘Macedonia’? I said Ohrid. Just because a bunch of your people invaded the east, doesnt mean it’s yours. It’s still Slavic.
@Dardan El Rahim never will happen, but I wouldn’t protest it if you all were Orthodox. I would want the world to be albania if you were orthodox. But that will never happen, because you aren’t, and God will not allow a pious group of people to be destroyed.
Dardan El Rahim haha, good one
I support you my man.Your energy and words are positive and true and may great love and peace be with you always.😃👽💜💜💜😇
Dardan El Rahim tell another one funny man
Loved the musical ending . Thankyou for visiting beautiful Macedonia 🇲🇰
Thanks, Gabriel, for showing us this beautiful town of Ohrid!
It really is beautiful, just shows that Balkans have such rich history as well beautiful places to visit. The Balkans will always be the heart of Europe, even if its countries through politics is so bad.
Wow 😳 what a beautiful city loving the church ⛪️ thank you for sharing Gabriel be safe on your Journey
Ohrid has 365 churches. Same as the days of the year. But there are also mosques, because it is a multiethnic city. Because they come wild and drive the tame.
Million thanks Gabriel brother its one of your best video in your travel history in my eyes it is so beautiful because I got to know by your North Macedonia's video that North Macedonia is also a beautiful place to VISIT and being a PASTOR my family and I love to visit places where we can PRAY in different Churches and to see the old Churches too it's an awesome I pray May God bless you more with sound health to May you keep making these wonderful videos for us thanks again and stay blessed.
If you want to do it the easy way you take a taxi to Samuel's fortress and you can easily walk down the cliff to the old town enjoing the beautiful views 😂😂😂. Ohrid and Bitola are the two places I really enjoy in North Macedonia.
First greek who doesn't brake balls bro sis love u i hope every time u gonna go there u gonna be welkomed
This channel is my Netflix period
Beautiful amazing City Ohrid Macedonia 🇲🇰 ❤️ is great to SEE AND ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY OF THIS BEAUTIFUL town ✨️ ❤️
Another dose of sanity. Loved the folk music at the end. Never heard of this place before. I'm impressed that the Ottomans didn't destroy the Byzantine churches. Back in the day, the Ottomans must have been one of the world's superpowers.
well they did vandalise the frescos and gouge the eyes of the saints you see painted in the first half of the video
@@dacho707 Not sure it was the Ottomans who did that. Within the Christian religion there was a dispute about the use of icons and images. The iconoclasts wanted to remove all images of Jesus, Mary and saints.
@@stevo728822 i'm a local, as far as i know the turks did it
They destroyed a lot of them and converted them into mosques, burned whole monasteries with monks inside. There was much more than there is now.
@Anonymous mongols and romans were tolerant of different cultures, the turks made lots of churches into mosques and destroyed lots of them during the conquest.
North Macedonia is so beautiful! I love me a good Macedonian salad!!! 😋
REPUBLIC of MACEDONIA is even better ! try next time !
this salad is bulgarian salat, and this fake country is Bulgaria the north macedonians are bulgarians. This is the historic truth.
@@yogiaol IN MAKEDONIJA EVERYTHING IS MACEDONIAN.
@@tatjanavelkova5814 Погледни си имената и спри да се отличаваш от българка.
Perfect vacation spot. Beautiful lake and town, with a lot of history.
Beautiful city. Fantastic history. Really enjoying your Balkan adventure Gabe.
Beautiful video. Love the historical narration
Peace and love to Republic of Macedonia
One of the best background music I have listened starting inside form St. Sofia church. Great Gabriel, you have a wonderful music collection.
Does that include at 3:10 Ring My Bell by Anita Ward.
@@rocco... no.. the music starting from here 6:47
@@soumyadeeplovestoexplore6631 Ethereal music. You like that eh? Heavenly!
This was a really nice video, Gabriel. What beautiful scenery and town. Thanks as always!
Beautiful. I loved the St. Sophia church.
Thank you Gabriel for sharing your video of Ohrid... my birth place...I left 50yrs ago Things have changed....
Yessss i love these Balkan videos
that's nice
We love Lake Ohrid! Living in Tirana, Albania now.
I love it too. I'm an ethnic Albanian from Struga.
Beautiful spot !! Stay right where you are, do not even think about ever coming back to the USA.
This land was conquered from so many empires and countries through the years. Roman empire, Ottoman empire, WW1,WW2, many outrageous murders to this people it's miracle that's still exist. Thank you Gabrielle for showing us this beautiful ❤️ town.
So beautiful....
Thank you very much for this video , I couldn’t visit my hometown this summer 😢
I was born and raised in Ohrid, it is just beautiful there. It hurts to see my town so empty... 🤗
Did you pick up on how clean the water of the Lake is? There's millions of little fish
And you showed the red stairway stone in the entrance to Saint Sophia!! Makes my day❤️
I actually forgot about the boardwalk, how's that possible, it's so cool
not to spoil your first impression there but although the water LOOKS clean and crystal clear there are only a few places where I would sign up on that (like perhaps the crn drim springs at Sveti Naum where Lake Ohrid is fed with fresh water coming from lake Prespa through the ground). Anything near the city of Ohrid or Struga, you can't speak of clean water. I also spoke to a german biologist who took samples for bacterial analysis a few years ago and he confirmed what I already knew. Perhaps with less tourism in 2020 the lake might have recovered a bit, of course. But hey, as long as it looks nice...and I certainly miss my morning and night walks there...
@@losangelos i suppose you're right. When we went around the springs at Sveti Naum, i even drank handfuls of the water... wouldn't do that anywhere else, definitely!
@@elineeugenie5224 considering they store some strange barrels behind the springs (behind the fence on the lawn) I would not drink any water there, lol. Fun fact, in OH I usually buy water at the pharmacy that allegedly comes directly from the White Mountains of Crete, filled into BPA-free plastic bottles (never lose faith).
@@losangelos what the hell are you talking about? The water at the springs is 1000% natural, drinkable the freshest water ever. Lake is the cleanest ever only a few spots u should avoid cause theres sewage going in. Please stop this. Ohrid Lake is a real GEM.
@@devkodevko8389 one of us talked to a german marine biologist (or whatever his profession) who took many samples everywhere. Of course, his worst results were in the stari grad / struga area. There's nothing for me to stop. But I can also make a video of all the trash that noone ever pulled out of the water (pre 2020). Regarding the springs is just my personal observation and opinion. And again: just b/c something looks clean doesn't mean it is. pozdrav
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!!!
Tocno Ohrid e ubav grad na prekrasnoto Ohridsko ezero. Turisticko mesto kade imasto da se razgleda od istorijata na nasata zemja Makedonija.🌞🌞🌞🖐🖐🖐
Beautiful! Great video!
Ciao.. Gabriel.. Amazing zone... Molto bello... Thank you very much... 🍀
Beautiful frescoes! It made me worried that they were overly touched up in Serbia, but here they seem authentic
thanks for the upload my friend, outstanding quality as always
Nice one Gabriel ...tried to go to Turkey but my flight was cancelled will start next May ... you are the very best feel like I know you ..nice simple guy especially enjoyed Croatia ..you keep it all real ..
Despite all the tragedy surrounding the pandemic, it is nice that you've landed in the Balkans, and have been able to really explore it and share the experiences more in-depth than maybe in the past with other places. Despite the criticism you mentioned getting early on, you're much better off there than in CA watching it burn (which is very heartbreaking when you know people who've lost their homes). Stay safe, and travel on!
Another great video. Huge thanks for sharing!
ahhhh so much beauty!
Yep, been to Bitola once, loved it.
great place, enjoy!
Amazing place awesome views dude..
I truely respect you for how you put on proper shirt for entering sacred places.
Beautiful city!
Beautiful video
great videos gabriel! keep safe !
Yoy video ,mke me very hapy especilly at the end when lisening tog
Ing to that old macedonian song thank you.
You're the best Gabe. These videos give me hope for normalcy . Keep it up!
Cool, glad to hear it.
It's always a pleasure watching your videos, Gabriel.
Right on, champ, and bon appetite. 😄👍
Beautiful..
Thank you for posting. Missing home. Hope you had an amazing time there. ❤
Since I am unable to go on vacation live through you vicariously my friend!
Nice weather there yesterday I was in Jasper Albera it was snowing 🌨
Very interesting place man! 👍☝🙏
that mosque looks beautiful!
love the city
Thank you Gabe for sharing beautiful Ohrid🥰
Glad you liked it! Its a great place for us macedonians to go in the summer. It offers great natural beauty to relax the soul and awesome places to have fun also! 😃👽👽💜
Finally my home town! Glad you liked it. You still here?
people suggested you to visit this place was right! very beautiful town and lake.
Most beautiful city od the balkans, and hat down for u for all the facts and amazing video!
Brilliant one Gabriel love the food as always 👍🍻
Nice and beautiful video... i love your channel! Greetings from Houston, Texas.USA 🇺🇸 🌎
Wonderful Tour, really enjoyed the walk thanks Gabriel :)
if you wanna see this church in the excellent film called; Before the Rain .. ( great soundtrack too)
3:00 LOL they're playing old 80s music Ring My Bell in the background
Excellent job my friend! Ohrid is the birthplace of Christianity in Europe. Was brought to Ohrid from Syria. Some churches there date some 300 years before the romans recognized the Christianity. Some frescoes in Ohrid recognize renaissance again some 200-300 years before the renaissance showed in for first time in Italy. The first person to be baptized on European soil was also believed to be in Ohrid, her name supposedly was Lydia. Love Ohrid. Love Macedonia love the balkans. Peace and love to all balkans (ONCE AND FOR ALL)
Make sure to visit Matka Canyon! I loved it there also Gabe!
Great job. I hope this place is as cool as you made it look because the vibe looked mellow hip. I liked the camera shot on your table.
Gabriel, I LOVE your videos and your informative narratives! I always want to travel to the locations, this one no exception! I did travel to Panama and hired your guide, Armando...
excelente. Living vicariously thru you during 2020. Stay well.
Very cool.
Amazing video as always. I always enjoy your travels. I guess I see you do things that remind me of the things I get a buzz out of when I travel places. I always notice how you love to sample a local beer when you visit places. I used to like that too as it sort of defines a country or a place as well as using the local currency. Just makes me a little sad that we can’t travel at the moment because of the greed of a few psychopaths. But I feel the truth is starting to emerge and we will soon be able to travel I hope. Enjoy yourself. Keep on doing what you do. Plus I always like your polite and respectful manner with people. I always think that pays dividends. Keep on exploring. Don’t be in any hurry to return home. You’ll regret it. Keep doing what you do best. Great video. Thanks.
19:30 love that sneaky perspective shot!
Very Pittoresk. Ohrid is worth to Visit....it is for the Macedonians today the Copacabana Beach like for Brazil.
Loved the background music when you were walking through the church.
Somehow, Gabriel always uploads videos just in time of my launch, so i'm always happy to watch the videos while I eat lol :D
🇲🇰 Masedonia is so good, nice country!!!
North*
@@appleseed2933.... go in ..... north Antartik.
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menuvanje IME na MAKEDONIJA. dogovor - u wc.
What a wonderful place!!! Most visit
Gabriel, if you want a project, I think a video compilation of dishes you've eaten from different countries would be a hit! I am hungry now, gotta go!
love that byzantine church
Ohrid has 365 churches. Same as the days of the year. But there are also mosques, because it is a multiethnic city. Because they come wild and drive the tame.
Time and time again you're proof that eating well diverts you from getting flus, colds and getting any illnesses.
YOU THE MAN!
Tao of David did a really good video from here about 2 months ago worth checking out
Thanks Julie!
If you coming back to Greece i suggest Messologhi a not tourist destination but looking much like a Pacific ocean place.
on his way there he can visit kastoria and ioannina lake-towns. the ioannina lake island is a must visit place...
Nice vlog gab..
Ur no. 1 subs always waitin 4 a new one.keep it.
King Samuel actually wasn’t Bulgarian, he was given the Bulgarian empire but he never stated that he was Bulgarian.
Magic place
Dear Gabriel , I guess you may can enter inside the bazar Mosque courtyard ! Peoples seems nice and kind ! However the video is so enjoyable !
Kelly Marie: Feels like I'm in love, a taste of Scotland blasting out.
Looks a really nice place; great views of the lake from another place I never knew existed. I saw someone wearing a mask.
Really loved the ending ...Balkan music is so heartfelt and celebratory. The fact that you were on top of Samuel’s Fortress by yourself was mind blowing. You picked the best time of year to see Ohrid, despite the political viruses😉
That first icon at 7:00 was your namesake Gabriele!
Thank you Gabriel.
Very cool Gab. Maybe I’ll get the chance to visit Croatia during COVID.
Or even better, not during COVID. haha
would also love to visit the place
I didn't realise this was Croatia.
Dave H it’s not but I want to go to Croatia. This is Macedonia.
Covid is over
Arguably the most impressive destination of this Balkan trip. At least in terms of the variety of what one can see and do.
I was referring to this particular place, Ohrid. It has a lot to offer. Country stats are often so non-transparent ...
looks so nice