r/macedonia • u/Gjore • 1d ago
r/macedonia • u/Gjore • Sep 03 '25
💬 Discussion / Дискусија Things to See and Do in Macedonia: The Ultimate List
Macedonia is full of natural wonders, historic sites, traditional villages, and unique hidden gems. Here’s a big guide with waterfalls, mountains, archaeological sites, monasteries, natural attractions, and what to see in each city.
Waterfalls
- Smolare Waterfall – the highest in Macedonia (39 m), near Strumica.
- Koleshino Waterfall – in a lush forest near Strumica.
- Gabrovski Waterfalls – Berovo area.
- Duf Waterfall – Rostuše, inside Mavrovo National Park.
- Pesna Waterfall – near the Pesna Cave, Kičevo region.
- Tresonče Waterfalls – near Tresonče village, Mavrovo.
- Brajčino Falls – close to Prespa Lake.
- Belica Falls – between Mavrovo and Debar.
- Babuna Waterfalls – near Nežilovo village on Jakupica.
- Kamenjane waterfalls - near Tetovo .
Mountains and Peaks
- Šar Mountain Range – includes Titov Vrv (2,747 m) and Ljuboten.
- Solunska Glava – the highest point of Jakupica mountain.
- Mount Ljuboten – pyramid-shaped Šar peak.
- Pelister National Park – Pelister Peak and the “Pelister Eyes” glacial lakes.
- Magaro Peak – in Galičica, with views of both Ohrid and Prespa lakes.
- Plachkovica Mountain – Lisec peak, popular with hikers.
- Kožuf Mountain – rugged terrain with a ski resort.
- Jablanica Mountain – Black Rock peak, overlooking both lakes.
- Osogovo Mountain – Ruen peak (2,252 m).
- Belasica Mountain – a long, forested range near Strumica, rich in biodiversity, known for hiking trails and waterfalls.
- Bistra Mountain – famous for karst landscapes and Mavrovo plateau.
Archaeological & Ancient Sites
- Heraclea Lyncestis – Roman city near Bitola.
- Stobi – ancient city near Gradsko.
- Skupi – Roman remains near Skopje.
- Skopje Fortress (Kale) – Byzantine and Ottoman history.
- Kokino Megalithic Observatory – Bronze Age site.
- Isar Fortress – Štip.
- Marko’s Towers – Prilep.
- Styberra – ruins of an ancient Macedonian city near Prilep.
- Bay of Bones (Museum on Water) – prehistoric settlement on Ohrid Lake.
- Gradiste Fortress – near Ohrid.
- Vinica Fortress – terracotta icons.
- Demir Kapija Archaeological site.
- Astibo – ancient town near Štip.
Monasteries and Churches
- St. John Bigorski Monastery – Mavrovo.
- Treskavec Monastery – above Prilep.
- St. Panteleimon – Nerezi (Skopje).
- St. Sophia – Ohrid.
- St. Naum Monastery – Ohrid Lake.
- Plaošnik – St. Clement’s Monastery (Ohrid).
- Markov Monastery – Skopje area.
- Holy Mother of God – Kičevo.
- Lesnovo Monastery – Osogovo.
- Veljusa and Vodoča Monasteries – Strumica.
- St. George – Staro Nagoričane.
- St. Archangel Michael – Varosh (Prilep).
- St. Bogorodica Eleusa – near Strumica.
Natural Wonders
- Matka Canyon & Vrelo Cave – kayaking, hiking, caves.
- Mavrovo National Park – skiing, lakes, hiking.
- Pelister National Park – alpine lakes, rare molika pine.
- Galičica National Park – panoramic hikes.
- Tikveš Lake & Nature Reserve – birdwatching.
- Prespa Lake & Golem Grad Island – “Snake Island” with ruins.
- Marble Lake (Sivec) – Prilep.
- Kozjak Lake – near Skopje.
- Berovo Lake – Maleshevo region.
- Kalimanci Lake – in the east.
- Mavrovo Lake – with a sunken church.
- Demir Kapija Gorge – cliffs, hiking, and rock climbing.
- Cave Slatinski Izvor – one of the largest caves in the country.
- Cave Alilica – near Demir Hisar.
- Markovi Kuli Rocks – unusual granite formations near Prilep.
Villages and Traditions
- Galičnik – famous for its traditional wedding festival.
- Vevčani – known for its carnival and springs.
- Lazaropole – high-altitude village with stone houses.
- Tresonče – traditional architecture.
- Brajčino – near Prespa Lake.
- Smilevo – with revolutionary history.
- Kuklica – by the Stone Dolls formations.
- Mavrovo villages (Galichnik, Leunovo, Janče) – alpine architecture and history.
Special Cultural and Historic Sites
- Makedonium (Ilinden Monument) – Kruševo.
- Mečkin Kamen – historic landmark in Kruševo.
- Mother Teresa Memorial House – Skopje.
- Museum of the Macedonian Struggle – Skopje.
- Archaeological Museum of Macedonia – Skopje.
- Museum of Contemporary Art – Skopje.
- Stobi Wine Region and Wineries – Tikveš.
- Bitola Museum – housed in the former military school where Atatürk studied.
- Prilep Tobacco Museum.
City by City Highlights
Skopje
- Old Bazaar.
- Stone Bridge and Kale Fortress.
- Mother Teresa Memorial House.
- Matka Canyon.
- Millennium Cross on Vodno.
- Skopje Aqueduct.
- Mustafa Pasha Mosque.
- Museum of Contemporary Art.
- Tumba Madzari
- Makedonsko selo (Macedonian village)
Ohrid
- Samuel’s Fortress.
- St. Sophia, St. John Kaneo, Plaošnik.
- St. Naum Monastery and springs.
- Ohrid Old Town.
- Bay of Bones Museum.
- Galichica hikes.
Bitola
- Heraclea Lyncestis.
- Širok Sokak pedestrian street.
- Clock Tower.
- Old Bazaar.
- Pelister National Park.
Prilep
- Marko’s Towers.
- Treskavec Monastery.
- Marble Lake.
- Mariovo and Zoviќ Bridge.
Strumica
- Smolare and Koleshino Waterfalls.
- Veljusa and Vodoča Monasteries.
- Tsar’s Towers.
- Belasica trails.
Kratovo
- Stone bridges and medieval towers.
- Nearby Kuklica Stone Dolls.
Kruševo
- Ilinden Monument (Makedonium).
- Mečkin Kamen.
- Toše Proeski Memorial House.
- Old Bazaar.
- Ski Resort.
Kavadarci / Tikveš
- Tikveš Wine Region.
- Tikveš Lake.
- Stobi ancient city.
Štip
- Isar Fortress.
- Medieval churches.
- Kežovica spa.
- Bargala ruins nearby.
Struga
- Source of the Black Drim.
- Poetry Bridge.
- Old Bazaar.
Gevgelija / Dojran
- Dojran Lake.
- Thermal baths.
- Smrdliva Voda springs.
- Końsko spa area.
Mavrovo / Debar
- Mavrovo Lake and sunken church.
- Duf Waterfall.
- Bigorski Monastery.
- Debar thermal spa.
- Janče and Galichnik villages.
You can learn some useful phrases here: https://www.opalingo.com/macedonian-traveler
If i have forgot something please let me know so i can add. .
r/macedonia • u/9re90r_5am5a • Aug 29 '25
📢 Соопштенија / Announcements Добредојдовте во r/macedonia! 🎉 Welcome to r/macedonia! 🎉
После долго време конечно го реактивиравме официјалниот македонски подредит. Ова е нашето мало интернет катче каде што сите ќе можеме да споделуваме и разговараме за сè што е поврзано со Македонија - од култура, историја, музика и спорт, до актуелни настани, и секојдневен живот. Без разлика дали живеете во Македонија, сте дел од дијаспората, или едноставно имате интерес за земјата - тука сте добредојдени.
Подредитот моментално го води тим од 13 модератори, кои секогаш можете да ги исконтактирате преку Modmail. За правилата и упатствата, ве молиме прочитајте го Community Guide. Вашите идеи и предлози се секогаш добредојдени!
After a long time, we have finally reactivated the official Macedonian subreddit. This is our little corner of the internet where we can all share and talk about everything related to Macedonia – from culture, history, music, and sports to current events and everyday life. Whether you live in Macedonia, are part of the diaspora, or simply have an interest in the country – you are welcome here.
The subreddit is currently run by a team of 13 moderators, who you can always contact through Modmail. For the rules and guidelines, please read the Community Guide. Your ideas and suggestions are always welcome!
r/macedonia • u/Historical_Lemon8164 • 3h ago
Zaidi Zaidi
There is a debate if this song is Macedonian or Bulgarian, what do we think?
r/macedonia • u/AirDowntown7579 • 23h ago
Ako se spojat cincar evrein i egeec da imaat offspring na sto ke gi troshi parite deteto i koga ke stane polnoleten na sto ke gi trosi parite ja mislam ali ne mi teknuva
r/macedonia • u/aerodrom • 2d ago
Hello brothers
Hello my fellow brothers I am from Serbia, i have Macedonian roots from Prilep, though i have hard time understanding your language (me personally while my parents understand it casually with no problem) . But I wanted to ask you if any of you have been to Belgrade and do you like it.
r/macedonia • u/Basic-Cupcake4561 • 2d ago
Dr. Franklin
Dali nekoj ima poracuvano od Dr.Franklin vo Makedonija i dali se plaka mnogu carina?
r/macedonia • u/Due_Visit6250 • 4d ago
Поздрав Редитори
Здраво редитори мислење ми треба .Дали возење такси е исплатливо ако е која компанија добро плаќа и која цифра испаѓа,месечно.Или па каде даваат добра плата за дистрибитер со Б кат или слично?
r/macedonia • u/radiusmac • 6d ago
Честит 11 Октомври, Денот на народното востание на македонскиот народ!
Честит 11 Октомври!
Ден на народното востание на македонскиот народ против фашизмот и денот на ослободување на македонскиот народ.
"По фашистичката агресија од страна на Германија и Бугарија и окупацијата на Југославија во 1941 година, Македонија повторно е поделена, овојпат помеѓу италијанскиот и бугарскиот окупатор.
На 11 октомври 1941 година, во Прилеп, 16 партизани од Прилепскиот партизански одред „Гоце Делчев“ извршуваат вооружен напад врз бугарската полициска станица и затворот, а истовремено ги прекинале телефонските врски и електричната инсталација. Акцијата претставувала организиран почеток на народното востание во Македонија против бугарската фашистичка окупација за време на Втората светска војна.
Целта била да се ослабне окупаторската власт и да се поттикне вооружениот отпор за ослободување на Македонија. Тоа не било конечно ослободување на Прилеп, туку почеток на пошироката народноослободителна борба што продолжува и до 1944 година.
Народноослободителната борба завршила со победа над фашистичките окупатори и ослободување на Македонија во 1944 година. На 13 ноември 1944 година било ослободено Скопје, а до крајот на ноември била ослободена речиси целата територија на Македонија. Со победата над окупаторските сили и историското заседание на АСНОМ на 2 август 1944 година, биле поставени темелите на современата македонска државност".
r/macedonia • u/OkCity526 • 6d ago
Travel to Macedonia
Hi, I am a student in Netherlands (Non EU) looking to travel to North Macedonia this year. I have a temporary Residence Permit, do i need a visa or can i travel to macedonia with my Residence permit?
r/macedonia • u/6play9j • 7d ago
❓ Question / Прашање Macedonian Language Vocational Course
Good Day!
Does anyone have any information on the Macedonian language short vocational course at Blaže Koneski Faculty of Philology? I would like to live in Skopje this year and learn the language to B2. There is no information on what the program is like. Does anyone have any insight?
Thank you!
r/macedonia • u/No_Rice_4507 • 7d ago
Anyone in Skopje have a Nintendo Switch RCM jig? / Дали некој во Скопје има RCM jig?
English:
Hey everyone! I’m currently in Skopje and looking to borrow an RCM jig for an original Nintendo Switch V1 (unpatched).
I literally only need it once to enter RCM mode, so borrowing one for a couple of minutes would be perfect.
I’m staying near Aerodrom, but I’m happy to travel anywhere within Skopje.
Does anyone have one, or know a shop/person in Skopje who could help?
Happy to pay a small amount for the help. Thanks!
Македонски:
Здраво на сите! Моментално сум во Скопје и барам RCM jig за оригинален Nintendo Switch V1 (unpatched).
Ми треба буквално само еднаш за да влезам во RCM режим, па би било супер ако некој може да ми го позајми на неколку минути.
Сместен сум во близина на Аеродром, но не ми е проблем да дојдам каде било во Скопје.
Дали некој има таков jig или знае сервис/лице во Скопје што би можело да ми помогне?
Можам да платам мал надомест за помошта. Фала однапред!
r/macedonia • u/DexterVex0 • 7d ago
Looking for guidance/help with Strumica (Matična Služba) archives for citizenship documents
Hi everyone,
I am a Turkish citizen currently trying to track down the birth certificate of my great-grandfather for citizenship purposes. I have his official migration document from 1951, which has very specific and clear information, but I need to retrieve the document from the archives in Strumica.
Here are the exact details I have from the official 1951 documents:
- Name & Father’s Name: Selman, son of Hasan (Mother: Ašmen)
- Year of Birth: 1918
- Place of Birth: Čepeli (Чепели) village, Strumica
- Migration Date to Turkey: 1951
I am planning to visit Strumica personally soon to handle this at the Matična Služba. However, I don't speak Macedonian and I am trying to gather as much information as possible before going there.
I would be incredibly grateful for any advice on:
- How long does the archive search typically take in Strumica if the person has exact details like this?
- Are the clerks helpful to foreigners who bring an officially notarized/apostilled power of attorney (from my grandmother, who is his living daughter)?
- Is there anyone located in Strumica or an attorney/local fixer you could recommend who could help me navigate this process or check the archives on my behalf?
Thank you so much in advance for your help! Фала!
r/macedonia • u/Nemanja_Torbica • 9d ago
🎶 Music & Arts / Музика и Уметност Uskoro se navršava 19 godina od kako je tragično nastradao pevač Toše Proeski. Nismo te zaboravili! ❤️ 🙏
Toše Proeski. ❤️ 🙏
r/macedonia • u/grilledbarbeque • 9d ago
❓ Question / Прашање how would i be perceived as a greek american?
hello! this is a genuine question- I applied for a grant to work and study in Macedonia. I was kind of “warned” about how I may be perceived as a Greek American applying there, and was curious about the general thoughts on my situation or identity. I personally do not harbor any negative thoughts about your country, and have lived in the US my entire life. In my application I mentioned growing up in a multi-cultural family. would this have any impact on my application or if I do get accepted to the grant, is there a certain way I should go about my identity as to not offend or upset others? (like how should I refer to your country? I have no issue saying Macedonia but is North Macedonia more respectful?) I also might be thinking too much about this.
r/macedonia • u/Due_Part4267 • 8d ago
Anyone got residence permit in Macedonia through marriage?
does anybody know the procedures ,what kind of documents and the waiting time of approval after the application?
especially if the spouse is from visa required country (africa)
r/macedonia • u/PowerliftingSkinhead • 9d ago
🎶 Music & Arts / Музика и Уметност Need Help Finding Macedonian Song
Hello,
I heard this song on the radio.
I tried to find the song but had no luck.
Anyone can help?
r/macedonia • u/Available_Wear6486 • 9d ago
Need help identifying a song
Hi everyone! I'm trying to identify a Macedonian song that I remember from probably around 2002–2005).
I'm fairly sure the singer was a female Macedonian folk/pop-folk singer, possibly someone like Blagica Pavlovska or Suzana Spasovska although it could be another female singer.
I unfortunately don't remember the actual lyrics, but I remember the very end of the song phonetically. It sounds roughly like the lyrics below, also i will provide audio of me singing:
“yes so ma li ya NE-ma”
🎵 dun dun dundun dun dun dun
“yes so ma li ya NE-ma”
🎵 dun dun dun dun dun dun dun
...something something something...
“samatii” then ends with yes so ma li ya NE-ma
Obviously those aren't the actual words, and i just used dun dun to fill the gaps since i don't know what goes there as it was many years ago but this is just how the song sounds to me in memory.
r/macedonia • u/PropertyOwn6161 • 8d ago
Someone from BALKAN countries (Ex. Jugoslavia) applies to DiscoverEU?
Just for people born at 2008****
Yo mates,
maybe there is someone from the Balkan countries (only Croatia, Serbia, Macedonia), or is currently living abroad, but still thinking to join some group or apply alone?
I already applied without the group, actually wanted go solo - but if there is someone, from "Ex. Jugoslavia" countries, who would still wanna join and go (my group, am from Croatia) through the Europe, leave a message so we can go on a call on discord/or somewhere else if u dont use it.
Btw: We are all people, independent from a country - so take it easy.
Just ones born at 2008******
r/macedonia • u/Proof_Adeptness_6326 • 9d ago
Искуство со тромбоза / белодробна емболија
Здраво, дали има некој што имал тромбоза или белодробна емболија и би споделил **каде се лекувал, какви испитувања му направиле и како течел целиот процес?**
Особено ме интересираат искуства од Скопје и **која болница, што ви направија прво, дали ве проверуваа и за белодробна емболија и како се однесуваа лекарите.**
Сакам да слушнам реални искуства, добри или лоши. 🙏