Local attractions in Skopje
Tourist attractions
Kayaking through Matka's precipitous canyon is divine. This is a light paddle, where you can enjoy the rock formations and gorgeous sunlight – kayaks are the only watercraft allowed on the lake beside the licensed boat plying the route to Cave Vrelo. You can kayak to the cave and back; count on around two hours in total.
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Matka
Kayaking through Matka's precipitous canyon is divine. This is a light paddle, where you can enjoy the rock formations and gorgeous sunlight – kayaks are the only watercraft allowed on the lake beside the licensed boat plying the route to Cave Vrelo. You can kayak to the cave and back; count on around two hours in total.
Macedonia Square is the main square of Skopje. The square is the biggest in North Macedonia. It is located in the central part of the city, and it crosses the Vardar River. The Christmas festivals are always held there and it commonly serves as the site of cultural, political, and other events.
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Macedonia Square
Macedonia Square is the main square of Skopje. The square is the biggest in North Macedonia. It is located in the central part of the city, and it crosses the Vardar River. The Christmas festivals are always held there and it commonly serves as the site of cultural, political, and other events.
You will find everything here from small souvenirs and copperware to folk costumes and jewelry. Strolling the shops of the Old Bazaar is a must-do for anyone visiting Skopje.
Above all, Carsija has various traditional restaurants and coffee houses where you can try Turkish tea & coffee. Make sure you don’t miss Destan’s traditional kebab either!
On Friday and Saturday nights Carsija becomes even more lively with youngsters due to some great bars in the area.
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Old Bazaar
You will find everything here from small souvenirs and copperware to folk costumes and jewelry. Strolling the shops of the Old Bazaar is a must-do for anyone visiting Skopje.
Above all, Carsija has various traditional restaurants and coffee houses where you can try Turkish tea & coffee. Make sure you don’t miss Destan’s traditional kebab either!
On Friday and Saturday nights Carsija becomes even more lively with youngsters due to some great bars in the area.
The Skopje Fortress, commonly referred to as Kale (from kale, the Turkish word for 'fortress'), is a historic fortress located in the old town of Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. It is located in Centar municipality and situated on the highest point in the city overlooking the Vardar River. The fortress is depicted on the coat of arms of Skopje, which in turn is incorporated in the city's flag.
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Skopje Fortress
1000 SamoilovaThe Skopje Fortress, commonly referred to as Kale (from kale, the Turkish word for 'fortress'), is a historic fortress located in the old town of Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. It is located in Centar municipality and situated on the highest point in the city overlooking the Vardar River. The fortress is depicted on the coat of arms of Skopje, which in turn is incorporated in the city's flag.
The Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence is one of the most visited cultural institutions and one of the major tourist attractions of Skopje and Macedonia.
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Museum of Macedonian Struggle
The Museum of the Macedonian Struggle for Independence is one of the most visited cultural institutions and one of the major tourist attractions of Skopje and Macedonia.