Macedonia, Matka Canyon

Matka Canyon, covering 5000 hectares, is a popular outdoor destination in Macedonia, known for its medieval monasteries and the oldest artificial lake in the country. The canyon hosts diverse plant and animal life, with 20% of its flora being endemic. It offers various recreational activities like hiking, climbing, kayaking, and exploring its caves, including the notable Vrelo Cave, the deepest underwater cave in the Balkans. Matka Dam, built in 1938, serves as the first artificial lake in Macedonia, primarily for electricity production, with a power plant capacity recently doubled.

What percentage of plant life in Matka Canyon is unique to the area?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

Which activity is NOT mentioned as popular in Matka Canyon?

• Kayaking

• Hiking

• Skiing

• Fishing

What is the length of the longest cave in Matka Canyon?

• 212 meters

• 176 meters

• 65.6 feet

• 20 meters

What is the depth of the Vrelo Cave in the Balkans?

• Fourth deepest

• Deepest

• Second deepest

• Third deepest

What was the initial installed capacity of the Matka Dam's power plant?

• 9.6 megawatts

• 6.4 megawatts

• 3.2 megawatts

• 1.6 megawatts