Skopje Aqueduct, Ancient stone aqueduct in Vizbegovo, North Macedonia
The Skopje Aqueduct extends 386 meters with 55 arches constructed from stone and brick materials, reaching a height of 16.5 meters north of central Skopje.
The structure served as a water transportation system from Lavovec spring to Skopje from the 16th century until the 18th century, spanning approximately 9 kilometers.
The aqueduct represents multiple architectural influences, with scholars debating whether Romans, Byzantines under Justinian I, or Ottoman builders constructed this engineering masterwork.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site by taking bus line 18 from central Skopje to Vizbegovo, with tickets costing 35 denars per journey.
The structure stands as the only aqueduct in North Macedonia and ranks among the three largest preserved aqueducts from the former Yugoslavia territory.
Location: Butel Municipality
Location: Karpoš Municipality
Inception: 16 century
Length: 385 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 42.02361,21.41861
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:52
The ancient structures transported water across valleys and plains using gravity. Built by Roman and Ottoman engineers, these aqueducts stand up to 50 meters tall, crossing valleys on multiple levels of stone arches. The structures supplied cities with fresh water from distant springs and rivers.
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