I. HISTORY OF THE CULTURE
A country located in the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe, Macedonia is a nation with roots that run deep in history. “Macedonia” is the oldest surviving name of a country in Europe. The Historic Macedonia was governed by the Roman Empire, by the Byzantine Empire, and by Turkey. In 1878, the Treaty of Stefano granted possession of the largest part of Macedonia to Bulgaria. However, Bulgaria was defeated by the Greece and Serbia in the Second Balkan War of 1913 and as a result, possession over a large portion of Macedonia was transferred to the Greeks and Serbs. On September 8, 1991, Macedonia finally achieved its independence and, in 1993, became a member of the United Nations under the name Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM). (Infoplease)
II. UNIQUENESS OF THE CULTURE
Besides Macedonia’s rich history, its location and distinct culture make Macedonia unique. Macedonia is located in the center of the Balkans, which make it accessible to many of its neighboring countries. Its strategic military location is the main reason the Balkan powers took interest of Macedonia from …show more content…
Even though Macedonia does not have a specific staple, foods such as lamb, grapes, eggplant, cheese, wine are regularly consumed. Grains, vegetables, fruits, various meats and some desserts such as the “baklava”, are also popular. Furthermore, Macedonians particularly value sheep and yogurt. Moreover, there are numerous events celebrated in Macedonia, among which are Galicnik Wedding Festival, Ilinden Uprising Day, and Strumica Carnival. During these events, Macedonians would gather together and prepare various dishes served in terracotta dishes shaped in various forms. Some of the popular foods prepared include their culture’s specialties like “Tavče gravče” which is their national dish, “Ajvar,” and “Shopska.” (Brittin,
A country located in the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe, Macedonia is a nation with roots that run deep in history. “Macedonia” is the oldest surviving name of a country in Europe. The Historic Macedonia was governed by the Roman Empire, by the Byzantine Empire, and by Turkey. In 1878, the Treaty of Stefano granted possession of the largest part of Macedonia to Bulgaria. However, Bulgaria was defeated by the Greece and Serbia in the Second Balkan War of 1913 and as a result, possession over a large portion of Macedonia was transferred to the Greeks and Serbs. On September 8, 1991, Macedonia finally achieved its independence and, in 1993, became a member of the United Nations under the name Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM). (Infoplease)
II. UNIQUENESS OF THE CULTURE
Besides Macedonia’s rich history, its location and distinct culture make Macedonia unique. Macedonia is located in the center of the Balkans, which make it accessible to many of its neighboring countries. Its strategic military location is the main reason the Balkan powers took interest of Macedonia from …show more content…
Even though Macedonia does not have a specific staple, foods such as lamb, grapes, eggplant, cheese, wine are regularly consumed. Grains, vegetables, fruits, various meats and some desserts such as the “baklava”, are also popular. Furthermore, Macedonians particularly value sheep and yogurt. Moreover, there are numerous events celebrated in Macedonia, among which are Galicnik Wedding Festival, Ilinden Uprising Day, and Strumica Carnival. During these events, Macedonians would gather together and prepare various dishes served in terracotta dishes shaped in various forms. Some of the popular foods prepared include their culture’s specialties like “Tavče gravče” which is their national dish, “Ajvar,” and “Shopska.” (Brittin,