Vardar Macedonia

Vardar Macedonia refers to the historic and geographical region located in the northern part of North Macedonia, centered around the river Vardar. Historically, it was a significant part of the Ottoman Empire and later became a core area of the modern Republic of North Macedonia. The term also relates to the cultural and national identity of the Macedonian people in this region. Vardar Macedonia distinguishes itself from the broader geographic area of Macedonia, which includes parts of Greece and Bulgaria. Today, it remains an important cultural and economic region within North Macedonia, contributing to the country's national identity and history.