Market
Old Bazaar
Skopje, North Macedonia
One of the largest Ottoman bazaars in the Balkans, with mosques, hans, craft shops and tea houses.
River or canal · North Macedonia · Skopje Region
Matka Canyon
A green canyon and reservoir near Skopje, with medieval monasteries, caves and boat trips.
about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Matka Canyon matters
Just a short drive from the capital, steep limestone walls close in around a calm green lake. Take a small boat into the canyon, walk along the shore or visit a medieval monastery tucked beside the water. It is popular with locals for weekends and a good escape from the city.
Talking points
- Boats cruise into the canyon.
- A medieval monastery sits on the shore.
- Skopje residents come here at weekends.
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