Skopje
Despite its age and rich history, the capital of North Macedonia is a modern city whose appearance never ceases to surprise. The energy of the Balkan temperament will lead you through spacious city squares with a view of the Vardar river, and tempt you with the amazing natural wonders that surround the city.
Despite its age and rich history, the capital of North Macedonia is a modern city whose appearance never ceases to surprise. The energy of the Balkan temperament will lead you through spacious city squares with a view of the Vardar river, and tempt you with the amazing natural wonders that surround the city.
Cheap flights
Skopje SKP
Macedonia
28. Nov 2024
28 €
Skopje SKP
Macedonia
25. Jan 2025
28 €
Skopje SKP
Macedonia
11. Jan 2025
28 €
Skopje SKP
Macedonia
14. Jan 2025
28 €
Skopje SKP
Macedonia
16. Jan 2025
29 €
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A mix of modern and classic
At first glance, Skopje might appear to you to be merely a collection of concrete tower blocks; but when you look a bit closer, it will begin to open up before your eyes in surprising ways. It is a real mix of different cultures and architectures, where the modern is interwoven with the styles of a variety of historical periods. Evidence of Skopje's rich history is all around: Roman remains, Byzantine churches and monasteries, and the Ottoman bazaar, mosques and caravanserais. The biggest impact on the city’s present-day appearance, however, was caused by the destructive earthquake of 1963.
Along the Vardar you can enjoy small shops, coffee bars, and the hustle and bustle that only a Balkan capital can provide. Lentils, ‘tavče gravče’ (oven-baked beans), ‘turli tava’ (casserole), jufka kebabs … North Macedonia truly is where two of world’s greatest cuisines, Balkan and Turkish, meet. There you can expect rich and juicy food that is not only tasty but also cheap.
The most important and celebrated of the city’s many statues is the equestrian statue of Alexander the Great on Macedonia Square, which is over 12 metres high.
If you find yourself wandering through the city in the afternoon, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a strong Turkish coffee and a slice of excellent baklava. Macedonians are, among other things, excellent winemakers, so a glass of the local stuff is always a good choice. The city is liveliest in the evening, when the locals head for the numerous cafés and bars or, if the weather is