Let us take a closer look at the famous city of Skopje with its remarkable sculptures every step of the way. Where to stay in Skopje, a colorful city where people from 34 different nationalities live today? What are the places to visit in Skopje? What are the hotel options in Skopje? The Skopje travel guide and more are here! If you are ready, let’s explore the city together!
What to Eat in Skopje?
We recommend that you do not return without tasting its beautiful food if you are ever in this city of countless statues.So what to eat in Skopje?Skopje has quite a variety of food thanks to its structure that blends Turkish and European cultures. Some traditional foods of Skopje are lamb stews, cabbage and potato dishes, dolmas, kebabs, pickles, and soups.
In Skopje, where ‘Dried White Bean Stew’ and ‘Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs’ are famous, you should also try TresLeches (Trileçe).Famous delicacies can be easily accessed from restaurants located in the city center.
Places to Visit in Skopje
1. Church of St. Clement of Ohrid
We talked about accommodation and local delicacies unique to Skopje, so where to visit in Skopje?Let’s look at our list of places to visit Skopje together.In the first place of our list, we will speak of the Church of St. Clement of Ohrid, which is an impressive city with a deep-rooted history and cosmopolitan culture. After the destruction of the Cathedral of the Virgin Mary in Skopje because of the attack, the Church of St. Clement of Ohrid gained a divine identity on the 1150th birthday of St. Clement. The church, which has a magnificent appearance with its dome and arches, attracts attention as one of the works bearing the unique characteristics of European art.
2. Bedesten
We will talk about an indispensable place in the Skopje travel guide lists.It is one of the structures built by the Ottoman directors of the historical bazaar era, which has survived since the 15th century.Bedesten, which you can find similar in Turkey, was heavily damaged in 1689. Although it received damage over time after this date, it was rebuilt in 1900 and preserved.Bedesten, which is still used by the Macedonian government, is one of the most visited historical places in the city.
3. Mustafa Pasha Mosque
The historical mosque was built by one of the Ottoman grand viziers, Mustafa Pasha in 1492.This magnificent mosque with a single minaret has been standing for many years without restoration.The mosque was damaged after the earthquake in 1963 but was restored and opened for worship again.Mustafa Pasha Mosque is a historical place that is still actively used today and visited by many local and foreign tourists.
4. Matka Canyon
The canyon on our list of places to visit in Skopje is located to the west of the city and is considered one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia. It is a unique option for those who want peaceful time to spend. Matka Canyon is covered roughly 500 hectares and is home to several monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.
This place is considered a paradise for tourists and is a place of interest in the city.We recommend that you add this place to your Skopje travel guide list.
5. Stone Bridge
The Stone Bridge on the Vardar River in the city center of Skopje is one of the most impressive buildings in classical Ottoman architecture.It is one of the first buildings that come to mind when it is said Skopje and is also known as Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge. The bridge construction started in 1451 and lasted approximately 18 years to complete.The bridge is 214 m long and 6 m wide.If you are ever in Skopje we recommend visiting the historical bridge.
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