FAQ

  • Where is North Macedonia located?

    North Macedonia is a small landlocked country in southeastern Europe at the center of the Balkan Peninsula. It is bordered by Greece, Albania, Bulgaria, Serbia and Kosovo.

    See my website for a current map.

  • What is the capital of North Macedonia?

    Skopje is the capital city and the country's political, cultural, economic, and academic center.

    The old Kale Fortress overlooking Skopje has contained remains of Neolithic settlements.

  • What language do they speak? What alphabet do they use?

    They speak Macedonian (makedonski), part of the Eastern group of South Slavic languages; it is a Balkan language.

    They use the Cyrillic alphabet.

  • Why should I visit or know about North Macedonia?

    Lonely Planet says about North Macedonia: "If you want to get off the beaten track in Europe - this is the place."

    It is a rich culture dating back to prehistoric times. The Lake Ohrid region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural beauty abounds with friendly, welcoming residents.

  • Why are you focusing on North Macedonia?

    My Macedonian blood comes from my maternal grandparents, immigrants who came to America in the early 20th century.

    I want to use media-rich content to share the rich cultural traditions and lively sights and sounds of this lesser-visited destination.

  • What’s unique about SavoirMacedonia.com?

    SavoirMacedonia.com is a one-stop website that connects people to the cultural traditions of North Macedonia.

    We cater to both curious armchair travelers and adventurous people who want to see the country with their own eyes.

  • Which airlines serve North Macedonia?

    Croatia Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Swissair, Turkish Airlines, and Air Serbia are just a few of the airlines serving Skopje (SKP) via major European cities such as Belgrade, Vienna, Zagreb, Zurich, and Istanbul.

  • What currency do they use?

    Their currency is the Macedonian denar (MKD). As North Macedonia is not an EU member country (not part of the eurozone), they do not use the euro.

  • What does the flag of North Macedonia look like?

    🇲🇰 The flag depicts a yellow sun with eight broadening rays extending out from the center on a red field.