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The region of Florina is situated in West Macedonia, sharing borders with both FYROM and Albania, also being the gateway to the Prespa Lakes to the west and a small ski resort Vigla Pisoderi. Lakes, mountains, picturesque villages and unique natural beauty make up the stunning scenery of the region of Florina, which is a paradise for nature lovers and those looking to enjoy a range of alternative activities. The places that offer accommodation in hotels and guesthouse are mostly visited by tourists: Amyntaio, Nympheo, Prespa, Sklithro, Agios Panteleimonas.Lygkistis is the ancient name of the region of Florina, which was an autonomous state relative to Corinth until it was subdued by Philip II, father of Alexander the Great and became part of the kingdom of Macedonia and after the Roman Empire. In Byzantine the region of Florina became the field of many battles of the Byzantines with Bulgarians, Normans and Franks until Turks invade and rule the region for about five centuries, till 1912 when Florina joins Greece.The region of Florina is located in West Macedonia, sharing borders to the north with FYROM, to the west with Albania. The neighbouring regions are Kastoria and Kozani to the south and Pella to the east. The region spans an area of 1.924 sq. km. with a population of 55.210 residents. The capital city of the region is the city of Florina. The whole region is famous for the local production of sweet red peppers.Prespes Lakes are the most famous sight of the region. The delicate ecosystem and the natural beauty attract numerous of visitors who visit also Psarades village, the closest to the borders village of Greece with less than 100 permanent residents. The small island in the lake is also worth a visit, mainly for the remains of the church of Agios Ahileios. The villages of Amynteo, Nymfeo, Sklithro and Agios Panteleimonas also attract many visitors and are considered among the less known winter destinations in Greece that you should visit.Police in Florina: +30 23850 44211Hospital in Florina: +30 23850 22555Bus services of Florina: +30 23850 22430Vigla Pisoderi Ski Center: +30 23850 45800-1
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Map for Florina
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