Butel

Butel is an administrative district covering the northern portion of Skopje with a mix of residential neighborhoods and municipal infrastructure. The area includes parks, schools, health centers, and local shops that serve the daily needs of residents and visitors.

Butel was established as a separate municipality in 2004 following a territorial reform that divided it from the neighboring Čair district. This administrative separation allowed for independent local governance and the development of its own municipal policies.

Residents of different backgrounds, including Macedonians, Albanians, Turks, and Bosniaks, maintain their traditions through local community gatherings and events.

The district offers visitors straightforward navigation with local shops and services within walking distance from most residential areas. Public transportation connects the area to central Skopje and neighboring regions throughout the day.

The district's cemetery holds the grave of George Zorbas, a man who inspired the main character in Nikos Kazantzakis' celebrated novel. His story remains part of the local memory and attracts those interested in literary connections.

Location: Greater Skopje

Location: Butel Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 288 m

GPS coordinates: 42.03361,21.44444

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47