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Lake Matka in Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
Lake Matka in Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
Matka is a canyon located west of central Skopje, Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares, Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country. Vast, magnificent and inarguably beautiful, the Canyon Matka is easily Macedonia’s most distinguishable landmark – and an artificial wonder that you simply have to see to believe. The Canyon covers an area of around 5000 hectares and is located 15km south-west of Skopje, the capitol of Macedonia. Guests can visit the adjacent Saint Andrew’s Monastery, go hiking, cave diving, rock climbing, or practice kayak on the Treska River.
Alexander The Great Airport is 40 km away.
There are ten caves at Matka Canyon, with the shortest in length being 20 metres (65.6 feet) and the longest being 176 metres (577.4 feet). The canyon also features two vertical pits, both roughly extending 35 metres (114.8 feet) in depth.
Vrelo Cave
Located on the right bank of the Treska River, Vrelo Cave was listed as one of the top 77 natural sites in the world in the New7Wonders of Nature project.
Vrelo Cave has many stalactites including a large one in the middle of the cave known as the Pine Cone due to its shape. There are two lakes at the end of the cave, with one larger than the other. The smaller lake is 8 metres (26.2 feet) at its longest length and 15 metres (49.2 feet) in depth at its deepest point. The larger lake is 35 metres (114.8 feet) at its longest length, and 18 metres (59 feet) at its deepest point.
Though the exact depth of the cave is unknown, some speculate that it could be the deepest underwater cave in the world.
Matka Canyon is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, some of which are unique to the area. Roughly 20% of the plant life found at Matka is endemic and only found here. The canyon is also home to 77 indigenous species of butterfly. The canyon is also home to the most venomous snake in south Europe the Viper. The canyon's caves are home to large populations of bats.
Due in large part to its proximity to Skopje, Matka Canyon is a popular destination for citizens and tourists. The canyon is one of Macedonia's foremost areas for alpine hiking. The climbing season begins around Easter and ends in November. Kayaking on the Treska River is a popular activity, as are fishing, hunting, and swimming.
Monasteries
The canyon area is home to several historic churches and monasteries. Saint Andrew's Monastery is situated in the gorge of the Treska River.
Matka Monastery, or Monastery of the Holy Mother of God, built in the 14th century is located on the left bank of the Treska. According to an inscription on the church, someone named Milica found the church in poor condition and without a roof in 1497. She replaced the roof, added new frescoes, built a portico and created a vineyard.
Saint Nicholas Monastery is located on a cliff above the canyon and Saint Andrew's Monastery. The date of construction of the church is unknown. The first mention of it was in the 17th century, during Ottoman rule. The iconstasis of the church was painted in 1645, while the western side was frescoed in 1630. The monastery was deserted in the 18th century. An archmonk found the church roofless in 1816 and attempted to revive it, though it was again deserted in 1897. The monastery offers a unique view high above the canyon.
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Canyon Matka, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
A boat ride trough the Lake of Canyon Matka.
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Hi there, we have been to Skopje recently. We have heard already about Matka Canyon from friends and some travel bloggers before.
So, here we are.. :) in the middle of the beautiful nature, Mother Nature.
There is trekking route you may follow.. take a boat tour on the lake.. or rent a kayak..
Matka is a canyon located west of Skopje, Macedonia.
Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries.
The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.
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Macedonia's Must Do: Canyon Matka & Vodno Skopje
Travel with us see one of the most up and coming destinations in the world – the Republic of Macedonia. Interestingly, Skopje has so much rich history and hence, Skopje has lots of communist monuments around the city. Today, travel with us to Canyon Matka and Vodno to see the incredible Millennium Cross a 66-metre (217 ft) tall cross situated on the top of the Vodno Mountain.
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Macedonia's Matka Canyon: A Natural Experience Near Skopje
This short, 2-minute video, profiles our experience at the Matka Canyon in Macedonia. From the cool, fresh air, to the sounds of exotic birds, the cloud-shrouded Matka canyon is a treat for the senses.
The crown jewel of Matka is the Vrelo Cave, which harbors the deepest underground lake in the Balkans, and potentially, the world. Its mineral deposits have formed into mysterious shapes and create a special acoustic atmosphere, which provided the backdrop for a philharmonic performance in 1995.
Tricia and I even managed to help a stranded Japanese tourist who had fallen off a canyon cliff and was attempting to signal our river boat in the encroaching darkness of nightfall. My limited Japanese language skills hopefully helped to make his return to safety easier. It is a subtle reminder that travel is a journey, not a destination.
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Macedonia trip - Šar planina hiking, Skopje, Matka, Ochrid, Golem Korab climb (2 764 m)
The best of our Balkan road trip in Macedonia. In 10 days we visited the most beautiful places in Macedonia. From the bigest and most spectacular cities Skopje and Ochrid through the abandoned mountain range of Shar Planina to the highest mountain peak of Macedonia and Albania - Golem Korab (2 764 m).
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Lake Matka (Canyon) - Exploring Macedonia
Matka - A gorge in which a rich complex of mediaeval building survives, including churches, monasteries and remnants of a fortress (the mediaeval town of Matka).There are dozens of caves and large number of endemic plants and animals. The Canyon covers an area of around 5.000ha and is located 15km south-west of Skopje. By its morphogenetic characteristic, it is a breakthrough gorge. Krastic form deserve particular attention here-ten caves with their length ranging between 20 and 176 meters and two vertical chasms with a depth up to 35 meters. Matka was one of the largest refugee centers during the glacial period resulting in the presence of high number of relic and endemic plants, 20% are endemic or relic spices. Among Tertary relics, the most significant are the kosani violet and natay's Ramonda (Ramonda natalie).It is also important to mention that there are 77 species of Balkan endemic small butterflies in area of Matka Canyon, while 18 other species are new to the science.
Matka Canyon, Skopje Macedonia
Matka is a canyon located west of central Skopje, Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares, Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.
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Visiting Matka Canyon was by far one of the most impressive days of my trip yet. This canyon was incredible and had some of the best views I have seen in a long time. Macedonia is a beautiful place.
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Hiking through Canyon Matka - SKOPJE, North Macedonia
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Matka (Macedonian: Матка, meaning womb) is a canyon located west of central Skopje, Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares, Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.