Golem Grad

Golem Grad
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Golem Grad (Macedonian: Голем Грad), meaning "Big City," is a 20-hectare island in Lake Prespa, located near the Greek and Albanian borders in North Macedonia. [1] The site contains ancient ruins and churches dating from the 5th century BC to the 14th century AD. [1] It is also known as Snake Island due to its large snake population. [1] The island opened to tourists in August 2008. [1]

TypeChurch/cathedral
Period500 BC - 1 AD
CountryNorth Macedonia
Coordinates40.8668° N, 20.9833° E

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