Economy & Compact Cars in Skopje

Skopje is also notable for containing other interesting statues and fountains that can be seen during a walk around the city. Among such structures is the monument to the beggar or the sculpture “Divers”, located in front of the already mentioned Stone Bridge (Kamen Most). By the way, this is not the only remarkable bridge in the city. Another interesting structure of this kind is the Art Bridge (Art Most). This bridge is fascinating as it is dedicated to the outstanding figures of Macedonia art: for example, you can see the sculptures of Nikola Martinoski, Zivko Cingo, and Voydan Chernodrinski. In total, there are 29 such sculptures. Nearby the capital of Macedonia, you will come across the village Gorno Nerezi, which stands out thanks to its distinctive atmosphere. It is precisely here that you can find out how the ancestors of the locals lived earlier for many centuries – the feeling that time “stopped” is constantly felt by visitors.

For those who like to see ancient ruins, Skopje presents a surprise in the form of the ancient city of Scupi (which is located between the Zajcev Rid and the Vardar River. Earlier, in the second century BC to be precise, a Dardanian (Trojan) settlement was sited here. The settlement was captured by the Romans in 81 AD. It was during this time that it received the name Colonia Flavia Aelia Scupi. The Roman legionnaires consequently settled here. In the year 518, the settlement was destroyed as a result of an earthquake, and a new settlement was built subsequently. It is also worth pointing out that the environs of the capital of Macedonia are rich in natural sights, and, while walking to the ancient city, you should definitely pay attention to the picturesque expanses and devote a few minutes to seeing them.
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