Galen R. Frysinger is an American retired scientist, who has traveled through most of the planet. With his camera this real globetrotter has visited 180 independent countries and 91 territories.
In the distant 1957 he has visited Macedonia, which at that time was part of the federation of Yugoslavia.
During that visit he has made several dozen photos of our homeland from that period, which can be found on his web site - www.galenfrysinger.com.
About a month ago that, after half a century, he has visited Macedonia once more.
1. How it happened for you to come in Macedonia in 1957?
I traveled from Germany, where I was a student, by driving my VW, through Austria, Yugoslavia and on the Greece in 1957.
At night I slept in a tent set up in a field along the way. Ate mostly bread melons and wine.
This year, 2012, I wanted to return to see more and to take many photos.
2. What did you knew about the country and it’s people before your visit first visit?
In 1957 I knew little. Since then I have learned much about Macedonia. The roots back to Alex the Great, and Saint Clement.
3. Is Macedonia good destination for making photos and tourism?
I spent 4 nights in Ohrid and enjoyed it greatly. The old town and the churches were great for photography. My photos are at www.galenfrysinger.com
4. You as a man who traveled around the world and saw most of the countries can tell for the best what makes Macedonia unique and different compared to other countries in the world?
I loved your food and historic costumes. The food photo is of “stuffed lamb stomach” Reminded me of what my grandmother made.
5. What are the impressions you have from your recent trip in Macedonia?
We had a chance to see folk dancing, by a local dance group in Ohrid. We particularly enjoyed the historic costumes.
6. Are there any interesting stories from your recent visit to Macedonia? Something new and interesting for you? Any new friends?One evening we were to go to a local restaurant in Old Town Ohrid. It was about 2 miles walking. I am now older, and late in the day I get very tired.
The Hotel suggested I take Taxis. They call it and told them the name of the restaurant. In minutes I was there. The fare being 80 Denars. To me that was only about $1.50.
So I enjoyed my great Macedonian dinner, and then took another Taxi home, costing 50 Denars. After that I enjoyed going to other parts of the town by Taxi.
7. You have visited Macedonia also in the distant 1957, even before Macedonia was independent country. What are the things that have changed since now?
Macedonia is now a European coutry, with the people looking happy, enjoying their holiday at Lake Ohrid, and wearing the same clothing as all the rest of us (that is from China and other parts of Asia). Old regional differences have disappeared.
8. Would you maybe recommend Macedonia and Ohrid lake as a tourist destination to your friends?
Yes. A pleasant town, no one is rushed, and fine food.
9. Do you have anything to add?
I suggest that every visitor take a ride with one the small boat captains along the Lake Ohrid waterfront.
We had a good ride out past St John church in a small blue boat with a man at the motor, who knew no English, and with us not being able to speak his language. Relaxing and fun.
A.S.
All photos are from Galen Frysinger's web site - www.galenfrysinger.com.
In the distant 1957 he has visited Macedonia, which at that time was part of the federation of Yugoslavia.
During that visit he has made several dozen photos of our homeland from that period, which can be found on his web site - www.galenfrysinger.com.About a month ago that, after half a century, he has visited Macedonia once more.
1. How it happened for you to come in Macedonia in 1957?I traveled from Germany, where I was a student, by driving my VW, through Austria, Yugoslavia and on the Greece in 1957.
At night I slept in a tent set up in a field along the way. Ate mostly bread melons and wine.
This year, 2012, I wanted to return to see more and to take many photos.
2. What did you knew about the country and it’s people before your visit first visit?In 1957 I knew little. Since then I have learned much about Macedonia. The roots back to Alex the Great, and Saint Clement.
3. Is Macedonia good destination for making photos and tourism?I spent 4 nights in Ohrid and enjoyed it greatly. The old town and the churches were great for photography. My photos are at www.galenfrysinger.com
4. You as a man who traveled around the world and saw most of the countries can tell for the best what makes Macedonia unique and different compared to other countries in the world?I loved your food and historic costumes. The food photo is of “stuffed lamb stomach” Reminded me of what my grandmother made.
5. What are the impressions you have from your recent trip in Macedonia?We had a chance to see folk dancing, by a local dance group in Ohrid. We particularly enjoyed the historic costumes.
6. Are there any interesting stories from your recent visit to Macedonia? Something new and interesting for you? Any new friends?One evening we were to go to a local restaurant in Old Town Ohrid. It was about 2 miles walking. I am now older, and late in the day I get very tired.The Hotel suggested I take Taxis. They call it and told them the name of the restaurant. In minutes I was there. The fare being 80 Denars. To me that was only about $1.50.
So I enjoyed my great Macedonian dinner, and then took another Taxi home, costing 50 Denars. After that I enjoyed going to other parts of the town by Taxi.
7. You have visited Macedonia also in the distant 1957, even before Macedonia was independent country. What are the things that have changed since now?Macedonia is now a European coutry, with the people looking happy, enjoying their holiday at Lake Ohrid, and wearing the same clothing as all the rest of us (that is from China and other parts of Asia). Old regional differences have disappeared.
8. Would you maybe recommend Macedonia and Ohrid lake as a tourist destination to your friends?Yes. A pleasant town, no one is rushed, and fine food.
9. Do you have anything to add?I suggest that every visitor take a ride with one the small boat captains along the Lake Ohrid waterfront.
We had a good ride out past St John church in a small blue boat with a man at the motor, who knew no English, and with us not being able to speak his language. Relaxing and fun.
A.S.
All photos are from Galen Frysinger's web site - www.galenfrysinger.com.
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