The afternoon sun beat down upon the city as I stepped out onto the bustling streets of Tirana, Albania. With the final wisps of summer still lingering in the air, I made my way towards the heart of the city: Skanderbeg Square.
Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral in Tirana, Albania
The Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral in Tirana, Albania, is a stunning example of modern Orthodox architecture and an important symbol of Albania’s religious diversity. Read more and view photos.
The Historical Church of Saint Sophia in Ohrid, North Macedonia
Under the blazing August sun, I embarked on a captivating journey through time and faith, delving into the rich history and stunning historical Byzantine architecture of the Church of Saint Sophia in Ohrid, North Macedonia.
Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid in North Macedonia
The Ancient Macedonian Theatre of Ohrid in North Macedonia is a historic open-air amphitheater that has served as a venue for cultural and theatrical performances for many centuries. It was first built in the Hellenistic period.
Visiting The Mosques while in Bitola, North Macedonia
Bitola, located in North Macedonia, is home to several historic mosques that serve as cultural and religious landmarks for the city. One of the most notable mosques in Bitola is the Yeni Mosque, also known as the Mosque of Sultan Murat II.
St. Demetrius of Solun Cathedral in Bitola, North Macedonia
Saint Demetrius or Saint Dimitrij Church in Bitola, North Macedonia, built in 1830, still has services every Sunday. The church was built in the 19th century at that time under the special approval of the Ottoman Empire. It’s near Magnolia Square.
Ruins of Heraclea Lycentis near Bitola, North Macedonia
Heraclea Lycentis is an ancient city founded in the 4th century BC by Phillip II of Macedon and later ruled by the Romans in the 2nd century BC. The Heraclea Lycentis ruins are just a few kilometers or a little over a mile away from Bitola.
Artifacts Outside the Museum of the City of Skopje, North Macedonia
On a scorching summer afternoon in July, during my final day in the city of Skopje, North Macedonia, I stumbled upon a fascinating discovery. It was none other than a collection of artifacts that lay outside the Museum of the City of Skopje.
The Many Statues in the City of Skopje, North Macedonia
Skopje, the capital city of North Macedonia, is renowned for its impressive array of statues that are scattered throughout the city. It’s no exaggeration to say that the city of Skopje, North Macedonia could easily be labeled as the “City of Statues”.