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Europe North Macedonia Skopje Do & See Lake Matka

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Lake Matka

The guide was updated: 2024-09-16

Half an hour drive from the centre of Skopje is the lake Matka which is located in the canyon of the same name. Here you can enjoy wide variety of outdoor activities - hiking and rock climbing combined with a visit of ancient caves.

Useful Information

Address: Lake Matka, Skopje
More Info: 30 minutes southwest of Skopje
Opening hours: Check listings at tourist agencies for times of the boat tours.

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Archaeological Museum of North Macedonia

Archaeological Museum of North Macedonia

Archaeological Museum of North Macedonia is a museum which features rich exhibitions from various historic periods as well as ethnographic displays, complete with costumes and models of traditional houses. The coin collection is extremely impressive and it draws attention to all the visitors.

Church of the Ascension of Jesus

Church of the Ascension of Jesus

Sveti Spas is a small but magnificent church, built in the 17th century and is located east of Kale Fortress. In the west part of the building there is a gallery designed for women. The church is known for its iconostasis, made of walnut tree, by the brothers Marko and Peter Filipovski and Makarie.

Mustafa Pasha Mosque

Mustafa Pasha Mosque

Mustafa Pasha Mosque is a spectacular structure dating from 1492 located in the Old Bazaar of Skopje. This is the largest and most opulent mosque in Skopje. The mosque is considered as one of the most impressive monuments in the North Macedonian capital and it is a main attraction in the city.

Old Bazaar

Old Bazaar

Old Bazaar combines culture, history and commerce. It is a lively, vivid marketplace still brimming with small handicraft merchants such as tailors, cobblers and quilt makers, as in ancient times. Almost all the stores has their own story. Take a walk through the bazaar and enjoy the atmosphere.

Mother Teresa Statue

Mother Teresa Statue

The Mother Teresa Statue is dedicated to the Nobel Peace Prize winner and famous matriarch of Skopje, born as Gondza Bojadziu in 1910. A symbol of inspiration and spirituality, the statue is located on the same street where Mother Teresa was baptized.

Stone Bridge (kamen Most)

Stone Bridge (kamen Most)

This impressive bridge which is the iconic symbol of Skopje joins the old Turkish part of town to the modern side of Skopje. It dates from the late 15th century being 214 meters long and 6 meters wide. It is one of the main landmarks in the city and it is featured in the Skopje's coat of arms.

Skopje Fortress Kale

Skopje Fortress Kale

Skopje Fortress Kale is a historic site dating to 6th century. Only a few restored walls remain since the massive 1963 earthquake, but this magnificent ancient fortress is well worth a visit since it is among the landmarks of the North Macedonian capital and reveals panoramic views of the Vardar River.

St. Pantelejmon Monastery

St. Pantelejmon Monastery

At the top of Mount Vodno in the village of Gorno Nerezi, is located one of the most significant cultural and historical monuments in the region - the charming 12th-century St. Pantelejmon Monastery. Here you have the chance to explore the spectacular series of frescos which present the remarkable Byzantine art.

Daut Pasha Baths/City Art Gallery

Daut Pasha Baths/City Art Gallery

Daut Pasha Baths was once the largest and oldest Turkish bath in all of the Balkans. It dates from 1466 and it underwent an extensive restoration after the Second World War. Nowadays the building houses the National Art Gallery featuring many small exhibitions.

Cifte Amam

Cifte Amam

Cifte Amam is the second largest Turkish bath in Skopje which has also been converted into a contemporary art gallery. In the art gallery you can view works from international and domestic artists. The building itself is impressing with its functionality and architectural design.

Lake Matka

Lake Matka

Half an hour drive from the centre of Skopje is the lake Matka which is located in the canyon of the same name. Here you can enjoy wide variety of outdoor activities - hiking and rock climbing combined with a visit of ancient caves.

Mount Vodno & Millennium Cross

Mount Vodno & Millennium Cross

20 Miles south of Skopje lies Mount Vodno. The grandiose 66 meter high Millennium Cross which stands on the top of Mount Vodno, is an impressive sight to behold. The mountain area is popular for tourists as it boasts very good conditions for hiking and here you can explore beautiful flora and fauna.

Holocaust Memorial Centre

Holocaust Memorial Centre is a multimedia center, spread over three floors and takes you through history's many interesting facts. The museum is an attraction for all tourists as it presents a short and concise summary over the World War II and it is free to visit.

Millennium Cross

Millennium Cross

The Millennium Cross was built as a memorial for 2.000 years of Christianity in North Macedonia . It is a great walk up here that will take you about 2.5 h but of course you can choose to take the bus, a taxi or even the cable car. The view from here is magnificent.

Heli XC Paragliding

Heli XC Paragliding

If you like adventurer and always striving to experience something new and wild, then paragliding might be your thing. Being in Skopje you can take advantage of the great chance to see the city and its surrounding area from a different point of view. Do the tandem flight and have one exciting adventure!

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