Market
Old Bazaar
Skopje, North Macedonia
One of the largest Ottoman bazaars in the Balkans, with mosques, hans, craft shops and tea houses.
Square · North Macedonia · Skopje Region
Macedonia Square
Skopje's huge central square, ringed by statues, fountains and a giant warrior monument.
Free to enter about 45 min
For storytellers
Why Macedonia Square matters
The square is the capital's front room. Large fountains, statues and neoclassical building facades surround a vast open plaza. Opinions about its style vary, but it is undeniably dramatic, especially lit up at night. From here, the old stone bridge and the bazaar are a short walk away.
Talking points
- Many monuments were added in the 2010s.
- It is lit up dramatically at night.
- The stone bridge and bazaar are close.
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