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Skopje North Macedonia

Skopje is the capital and largest city in the Republic of Macedonia, serving as its political, cultural, economic, and academic hub. Despite being a relatively new city, Skopje showcases architectural innovation. It was a significant trade center during the Roman and Ottoman Empires, but was nearly entirely destroyed by a 1963 earthquake. Remnants of Skopje's history, along with its modern marvels, are worth exploring. Skopje is situated on the upper course of the Vardar River and serves as a crucial north-south Balkan route between Central Europe and Athens. A large fortress that overlooks the city dominates the skyline above the Old Town. The Kale Fortress, located at the city's highest point, overlooks the Vardar River. After the 1963 earthquake, only a few restored walls, the main gateway, and two towers remained. The current ruins date back to the 10th century expansion of the fort under Tsar Samoil. One of Skopje's most famous landmarks is the Kameni Most, or Stone Bridge. It spans the river in the city center near Macedonia Square and is a city symbol, appearing on the town crest. The Old Bazaar, or Carsija, is a fascinating part of the city and its oldest section. The Carsija is separated from the city by The Stone Bridge. During the day, it's a bustling community of craftsmen making leather, copper, and clothes, restaurants, cafes, and bars, and interesting cultural sites, including churches, mosques, and museums. In the evenings, the bars and restaurants are filled with patrons and live music is played. There's a large concentration of cafes along the river from Macedonia Square, which seem to be packed with incredibly stylish people dining and drinking. Affordable and surprisingly welcoming, Skopje is a city of diverse cultures and is definitely worth a visit.

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Skopje, North Macedonia

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