Golem Grad
Golem Grad (Macedonian: Голем Град), meaning Big City/Town, also known as Snake Island or Pelican Island, is an island in North Macedonia. The island covers an area of more than 20 hectares. It is located in Lake Prespa, a few kilometers from the Greek and Albanian border. Golem Grad is home to several ancient ruins and churches. It is also home to several different communities of animals, especially snakes. In August 2008, the island opened to tourists.
Native name: Голем Град | |
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Golem Grad from Lake Prespa | |
Map of Golem Grad with its ruins and archaeological sites | |
Golem Grad Location in North Macedonia | |
| Geography | |
| Location | Lake Prespa |
| Coordinates | 40°52′N 20°59′E |
| Area | 0.2 km2 (0.077 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 900 m (3000 ft) |
| Administration | |
North Macedonia | |
| Municipality | Resen |
| Demographics | |
| Population | uninhabited |
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