What is Macedonia in modern times?

An entirely new province far to the east, in modern-day Turkey, was named Macedonia by the Byzantine Empress Irene of Athens. The entire region subsequently fell to the Ottoman Empire. The geographic region known as Macedonia today equates to the part of the Ottoman Empire known as Ottoman Vardar Macedonia.

What makes Macedonia special?

It is a spectacular landlocked country that has an abundance of mountains, lakes, national parks and ancient towns with Ottoman and European architecture. Macedonia was the first country in the world to have full access to a wireless broadband connection in 2006, after being part of a high-tech project.

Where would Macedonia be today?

Today the region is considered to include parts of six Balkan countries: larger parts in Greece, North Macedonia, and Bulgaria, and smaller parts in Albania, Serbia, and Kosovo. It covers approximately 67,000 square kilometres (25,869 sq mi) and has a population of 4.76 million….Macedonia (region)

Did Macedonia conquer Sparta?

The Battle of Megalopolis was fought in 331 BC between Spartan led forces and Macedonia….

Was Alexander a Spartan?

The Battle of Megalopolis was fought in 331 BC between Spartan led forces and Macedonia. Alexander’s regent Antipater led the Macedonians to victory over King Agis III….