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Fitness & Spa PARK - Hotel
No pain no gain
"Fitness & Spa PARK - Hotel" in Skopje is my ideal place to burn some calories or put on some muscles!
by
Boban
Talevski
Restaurant Harmonija
Vegan and rich
"Restaurant Harmonija" in Skopje is a healthy vegetarian fast food shop, the best of its kind. I always have lots of trouble when it comes to ordering...
by
Gordana
Manasijeska
Cafe 9
Simplicity is relaxing
"Cafe 9" is a cafe in Skopje with a tradition going back many years. What I love about it is that it's great for going alone, going with friends or...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Corner Bar&Kitchen
All day, every day!
"Corner Bar&Kitchen" in Skopje is an amazingly charming and hospitable snack cafe/bar. I like their coffee and that they welcome everyone, even pets!
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Pizzeria 511
Pizzas of the Skopje variety
"Pizzeria 511" in Skopje serves pizza like we have it around here, with specific character. I have many childhood memories from this place...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Bitpazar
All that marketplace jazz
"Bitpazar" in Skopje offers the ultimate local experience: the marketplace. This place has it all: from wigs, to sunglasses, to baklava pans...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Kapan An
Step into the 15th century
"Kapan An" has existed since the 15th century, serving Skopje guests, traders and caravans. Today it's a cultural monument but also a restaurant & club...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Pole People Skopje
Pole fitness studio
"Pole People Skopje" is the place to go to realise that your moves can be music video-like. I always feel invigorated and wanting to come back for more...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Flower Of Life Beauty Salon
Treat yourself
"Flower Of Life Beauty Salon" works with high quality products and have a soothing atmosphere. This Skopje parlour is my favorite for its Oriental massage.
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Peking Garden
So good, you want privacy with it
"Peking Garden" Skopje is on a small terrace with an inviting air of calmness. Everything I order at this Chinese restaurant looks so good, Instagram...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
Bushi
Wine and dine above the Old Bazaar
"Bushi" above Skopje's Old Bazaar is superb for several reasons: the staff is fantastic, the food magnificent... This restaurant and its views have me...
by
Jana
Sokolovska
AP(o)TEKA Vinyl Shop
Loving vinyls
"AP(o)TEKA Vinyl Shop" in Skopje is where I've bought some of my favorite presents for people. Did you know that vinyl collecting is big in our tradition?
by
Jana
Sokolovska
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