A tragic legacy of the attempt to beautify Skopje and line the pockets of corrupt politicians

One of Bogdan Bogdanović's first spomeniks honors those who died during the People's Liberation Struggle in Macedonia.

A mosaic monument that commemorates the historical struggles of the people of North Macedonia.

These dilapidated planes are now a canvas for graffiti artists.

After witnessing the rise and fall of three empires, this ancient city was finally destroyed by a series of earthquakes.

These abundant, over-the-top monuments are so widely scattered that they define the entire compact capital cityscape, often leading to jokes about whether there are more statues than residents.

This elegant monument to those who fought against fascism is inspired by the shape of the poppy flower.

St. John the Baptist's forearm is housed in this remote 11th-century monastery.

A historical puzzle lies at the origins of this structure.

See how paper is made the old-fashioned way.

This fortress dates back to the 6th century and is also the site of a controversial abandoned restoration project.

It's unclear what caused the fire that led to this opulent hotel's demise.

A solar-powered primary school inspires hope and experimentation in a country ripe for energy innovation.

Space-age monument to an early 20th-century uprising.