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Church of St John at Kaneo

Ohrid, North Macedonia

About Church of St John at Kaneo

The most photographed church in the Balkans — a 13th-century Byzantine church on a cliff above Lake Ohrid, set against a backdrop of mountains and perfectly blue water. The interior has original Byzantine frescoes; the exterior is simply one of the most beautiful things in the region.

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📍Kaneo, Ohrid

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Why it works for solo travelers

✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
✓ Budget-friendly ($).

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