0:05
Lake orad where nature and history
0:08
converge a UNESCO world heritage gem
0:13
introduction Lake ulrid a pristine
0:16
natural wonder nestled in the heart of
0:18
Europe is a testament to the harmonious
0:20
coexistence of Nature and culture this
0:23
remarkable mixed World Heritage Property
0:25
spans approximately 94
0:28
729 hectares and has been celebrated
0:31
since 1979 for its extraordinary natural
0:34
conservation values and a year later for
0:37
its Rich cultural heritage
0:40
initially the recognition applied to the
0:42
portion of the lake within North
0:43
macedonia's borders however in 2019 the
0:47
property was extended to Encompass the
0:49
entirety of Lake orid which also extends
0:53
Salient features a natural Marvel
0:56
Lake ulrid stands as a superlative
0:59
natural phenomenon preserving an
1:01
astonishing diversity of endemic and
1:03
Relic freshwater species some of which
1:05
date back to the distant tertiary period
1:08
this ancient tectonic Lake existing for
1:11
an estimated two to three million years
1:13
Harbors a wealth of over 200 unique
1:16
plant and animal species among these
1:18
Treasures are rare algae turbulary and
1:21
flatworms snails Crustaceans and 17
1:24
species of endemic fish including two
1:29
the Lake's pristine Waters also host a
1:31
rich array of bird life further
1:33
enhancing its conservation value
1:35
historical and cultural heritage on the
1:38
enchanting shores of lake orid lies the
1:40
town of orid one of Europe's oldest
1:42
human settlements with Origins dating
1:45
back to the 7th century orid is a Living
1:47
testament to history boasting the title
1:49
of home to the oldest slav Monastery
1:52
dedicated to Saint pantalegemon
1:54
the town is also renowned for its
1:56
collection of more than 800 Byzantine
1:58
style icons spanning from the 11th to
2:03
orid's architectural Heritage is equally
2:05
impressive preserving a captivating
2:07
Ensemble of ancient Urban structures
2:09
that have graced this part of Europe for
2:13
cultural continuity the property's
2:16
cultural significance extends Beyond
2:18
ulrid's ancient Town it includes seven
2:20
basilicas dating from the 4th to the
2:22
sixth centuries offering a glimpse into
2:25
the ascent and Glory of leichnidos
2:27
orid's former name early Christian
2:29
basilicas in the region are known for
2:31
their Mosaic floors testifying to the
2:34
rich artistic and religious Heritage of
2:36
Lake orid the town's masonry Heritage
2:39
and late ottoman Urban residential
2:41
architecture from the 18th and 19th
2:43
centuries are also well preserved
2:45
reflecting the enduring influence of
2:48
orid's traditional culture
2:50
trans-boundary treasure spanning across
2:52
North Macedonia and Albania Lake orid's
2:55
unique blend of natural and cultural
2:57
values is a trans-boundary treasure its
3:00
outstanding Universal value is a
3:02
testament to the convergence of pristine
3:04
nature ancient history and vibrant
3:07
this region represents the epitome of
3:10
harmonious coexistence between people
3:12
and their environment however this
3:14
exceptional property faces several
3:16
challenges including uncoordinated Urban
3:18
Development population growth Wastewater
3:21
and solid waste management issues
3:23
tourism pressures and pollution from
3:26
increased traffic these challenges
3:28
threaten the Integrity of the site and
3:30
demand immediate attention to protect
3:32
this natural and cultural gem to secure
3:35
the long-term future of Lake orid robust
3:38
trans-boundary cooperation and a
3:40
commitment to conservation and
3:42
sustainable management are imperative
