Guide to SKOPJE
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The 8 absurdities of the Balkan Greater State nationalism

To Serve and Protect: Meet the Ezerani Park Rangers

“Free of charge” – by the state

Historic places in Istanbul – Samatya

UNITED STATES OF BALKANS IS OUR DREAM

LET ME ILLUSTRATE FOR YOU: „I’m not interested in politics“

The Balkans are a fascinating gastronomic region – Balkon3 interview with Zlatko Gall

COOL AND CULTURAL: THE INCREDIBLE TINOS ISLAND

Let me illustrate to you – (I)Legitimate government

THE EIGHT ABSURDS OF THE BALKAN BIG-STATE NATIONALISM

On a Balcony

Ramadan and 10 frequently asked questions about fasting

Ramadan and 10 frequently asked questions about fasting

Before dawn I wait for the first smell of Suhoor from the kitchen. My mother is cooking. I can feel the smell, unusual, sweet, full of feelings. It is not just... Fasting is “forced poverty”
Tufahija – a treat for the palate!

Tufahija – a treat for the palate!

Tufahija is a favourite dessert in Bosnian cuisine. It gratifies the palate and melts your heart, so it’s a must-try dessert for all you foodies out there! Balkon3 presents an excellent...
We all have a delicious cuisine but who eats the most?

We all have a delicious cuisine but who eats the most?

  Sometimes we argue whose dish musaka, sarma or baklava is, or whether it’s called doner or giro. In the end we come to the conclusion that it doesn’t matter who...
Road to the World of Trade Skopje – Istanbul

Road to the World of Trade Skopje – Istanbul

Traders have been going back and forth the roads between Skopje and Istanbul for centuries. States and Empires have changed but the strong trade relationship has survived them all. Nowadays, many... Like a bull in a china shop
The colors make the life different

The colors make the life different

Get yourslef dressed in cheerful colors and enjoy life. Beat the bad mood, get over the depression. That would be the basic message of the girls from folk groups who participated...
Asure, the oldest dessert in the history of mankind

Asure, the oldest dessert in the history of mankind

The traditional, centuries old Asure is not simply a dessert. It is foremost a symbol of sharing, solidarity, love, wealth and above all a symbol of our life together. It is...
The historic village and the five museums

The historic village and the five museums

Skopje has 8 museums, Ohrid has 4, Bitola has 2, and most of our small towns have one museum. But this tiny village with 200 or 300 residents, hidden between the...
“Macedonian beauties” in Palais Porcia in Vienna

“Macedonian beauties” in Palais Porcia in Vienna

An exhibition by Pavle Kuzmanoski is being held in Vienna, Austria from 05.06.2012 to 14.06.2012 at Palais Porcia, a building which is situated in the centre of Vienna and is property...
Neighbourly celebration of St George’s day at Skopje Fortress

Neighbourly celebration of St George’s day at Skopje Fortress

Both Orthodox Christian and Muslim Roma people celebrate their Spring Day by having a picnic on the green between the American Embassy and Ilinden army barracks, a festival of burning grills,...
People recognize each other

People recognize each other

An interview with Vlatko Stefanovski “Above all, I consider myself a balkanophile. In any case, more of a balkanophile than a balkanophobic.” says famous Macedonian guitarist Vlatko Stefanovski at the beginning...
Feel the pulse of Sirok Sokak

Feel the pulse of Sirok Sokak

There are at least a hundred reasons why you should visit Bitola and a hundred more that will make you come back again. All the peoples and tribes that passed through...
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Videos

  • Devil’s Wall

    Devil’s Wall
    The wastelands surrounding the town of Sveti Nikole resemble a remote valley in Afghanistan rather than a macedonian landscape, and hide an amazing legend. It hasn’t been in the...

  • Greek Journalists in Bursa

    A group of Greek journalists visited Osmangazi Municipality in the Turkish province Bursa. During the two-day programme they urged for development of co-operation between the two countries and liberalization...

  • Interview with “Letecki Pekinezeri”

    “Its all music” was the response of one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time, Duke Ellington to the numerous debates on how to define jazz. In a...

  • Balkon3 presents: I am underground

    After many complications and confusion, after hundreds of kebabs and beers accompanied by heated but fruitful debates between the director, screenwriter, producer and sound technician, and after nearly a...

  • The children are the pillars of the world

    The city of Bursa was the host of the congress which is very important for the friendship among the children. The congress named “The children are the pillars of...

  • Sharski Vodi Marathon – Macedonia’s gold

    Adrenaline, breathtaking nature, delicious beans. Sharski Vodi (Waters of Shar Mountain) marathon was held for the seventh time on the slopes of Shar Mountain on 30th June 2013. The...

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