Skopje Aqueduct

Skopje, North Macedonia

The Skopje Aqueduct is the only aqueduct in Macedonia, and one of three largest and well preserved in the former Yugoslavia.

The question of when the Skopje Aqueduct was built is unclear. There are three theories, it may have been built during the reign of Rome (1st century), during the reign of Byzantine Empire (reign of Emperor Justinian I) or during the reign of Ottoman Empire. According to this latest theory the aqueduct was built in the 16th century for the many Turkish public hamams.

This aqueduct was in use until the eighteenth century. Only about 386 meters with 55 arches of this structure of stone and brick remain.

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Skopje, North Macedonia
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Igor Spasov (2 years ago)
Just another evidence that Macedonia is full of history, but most of them are without proper care.
Stein Runar Bergheim (2 years ago)
It is possible to drive right up to the aqueduct, though the road dwindles to an unpromising width for the last 200 metrrs or so. While it is an interesting construction that lends itself well to photography, there isn't anything else to be seen or done nearby. I'd go here by car or bicycle.
Diego Ortiz (4 years ago)
This beautiful place have so much potencial, they could built some beautiful little park around... If you like to walk, the central park of Skopje is not far at all. It was very peacefull, i took a long nap on a blanket. You can even walk over this piece of history and take unique photos. There was a sing in the highway pointing the aqueduct in another direction, so better follow the Google maps ?
Zo Kocev (4 years ago)
Nice for picnic...
Aleksandar Dejanović (4 years ago)
Old and beatiful cultural heritage from Roman times,but ruined and among dirty surroundings,it's a big shame for the authorities.
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