The Republic of North Macedonia is a veritable treasury of cultural heritage with the traditions and customs of its people. It treasures a large number of cultural and historical monuments such as orthodox churches and monasteries rich with valuable icons, archaeological sites, Ottoman-style mosques, ancient books and other monuments. North Macedonia is also the cradle of the first Cyrillic alphabet and literature.

National folklore such as folk dance, traditional arts and handicrafts are still cherished. The finely embroidered national costumes and the numerous old crafts shops have played an important part in preserving the tradition.

Many annual events of international interest are held in North Macedonia such as: Skopje Jazz Festival, Ohrid Summer Festival, Struga Poetry Evenings, May Opera Nights and the traditional Galicnik Wedding.

Skopje is the cultural capital as well. The city is the host of many events and is the home of Macedonian Opera and Ballet, Macedonian National Theatre and numerous museums such as the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Macedonian Struggle and the Museum of the City of Skopje. 

Macedonian Folklore

• Traditional Macedonian Costume
• The traditional wedding ceremony in the village of "Galachnik" 
• The Gaida, Macedonian bagpipe, a traditional musical instrument
• Macedonian Folk Dance – “teshkoto”

Macedonian Traditional Handicrafts

• Ohrid Pearls
• Macedonian Silver Filigree

• Traditional Leather Shoe

 

Historical and Archeological landmarks in Skopje

• Mustafa Pasha Mosque
• The Kale Fortress
• The Old Bazar
• Sultan Murat Mosque
• Saint Savior Church
• Daut Pasha Hamam
• Kapan Han
• Kurshumli Han
• Suli Han
• Stone Bridge
• Macedonia Square
  
  
  
  

Museums and Cultural landmarks in Skopje

• Memorial House of Mother Theresa
• Museum of the Macedonian Struggle 
• Contemporary Art Museum 
• Museum of North Macedonia
• Archaeological Museum 
• Museum of the City of Skopje
• Macedonian Opera and Ballet
• Macedonian National Theater