Kale Fortress in Skopje
On the hilly bank of the Vardar River in the very center of Skopje stands the ancient Venetian fortress of Kale — an unprecedented urban symbol, an object of national pride of Macedonia. There is a magical park on the territory of the fortress, where both citizens and tourists enjoy strolling.
Skopje Zoo
The history of the Skopje Zoo began almost a century ago with the initiative of the young and ambitious scientist Stanko Karaman. The biologist created a menagerie out of almost nothing: four hectares of land and several animals donated to him.
Stone Bridge in Skopje
The main river of Macedonia, the picturesque Vardar, crossing the territory of Skopje, divides the capital into two parts: the Old and the New City. Accordingly, in the old part of Skopje you can get acquainted with the main historical monuments of Macedonia: the fortress of Kale, the mosque of Mustafa Pasha and many others.
Mustafa Pasha Mosque
In the central part of Skopje, not far from the Old Market, the medieval Mustafa Pasha Mosque is the most striking Islamic monument in Macedonia. The sanctuary was built about five centuries ago, but it is still in excellent condition, as if time had not touched it.
Museum of Macedonia
The Museum of Macedonia in Skopje is one of the oldest museums in Macedonia. It was created by combining three metropolitan museums: archaeological, historical and ethnographic. Thus, the Museum of Macedonia has become the main repository of national culture and centuries-old history.
National Gallery of Northern Macedonia
In the case of the National Gallery of Northern Macedonia in Skopje, it is difficult to determine what is more interesting: the gallery itself or the historical building in which it is located. To clarify, the museum is located in the building of the medieval Turkish bath — Daut Pasha Hammam – an architectural monument of the country.
Saat Kula Clock Tower
Not far from the center of Skopje stands the medieval clock tower of Saat Kula, one of the city’s brightest attractions. This is definitely the tallest clock tower in Macedonia, and maybe the entire Balkan Peninsula.