Millennium Cross
Millennium Cross
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The Millennium Cross in Skopje is a 66-meter tall cross, built on top Vodno Mountain in 2002 to commemorate 2,000 years of Christianity in Macedonia.
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- delagioventuLuxembourg City, Luxembourg1,407 contributionsLovely viewsYou can see it from downtown, but also take a cable car to get there. From the centre, a cab would cost you around 400 denar, to the start of the cable car, which is 200 denar. Lovely views from above.Visited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten 13 August 2023
- JoanNeithWatford, United Kingdom101 contributionsLovely view from the mountainVisited on a Sunday via the free number 25 bus from Skopje. The drive up the mountain was enjoyable with windy road. As a solo traveller I ended up joining a group of other solo travellers to get the cable car to the top. It had some odd hours as we had to wait half an hour for it to reopen in the afternoon. At the base of the cross there is a nice view of the surroundings. There was a small shop for drinks/ice creams.Visited July 2023Travelled soloWritten 14 August 2023
- Coryy20Port of Spain, Trinidad4,837 contributionsThe most special thing in MacedoniaI don't know about anyone else but this cross is very special. When it is lighted at nights it brings a sense of peace and calmness to the city of Skopje. It is truly a great idea whoever came up with it. From a distance when approaching the city this lighted cross seems to welcome you or the light just guides you home. It warms my heart every time I see it whether in a video or reminiscing about my time there. It is located on top of Mount Vodna. It is worth taking a a cable car ride up to see it close up .it is one big metal structure.Visited November 2022Travelled soloWritten 29 August 2023
- jordanellie41Longridge, United Kingdom1,069 contributionsNICE TO SEE BUT NOTHING SPECTACULARThe cross can be seen at the top of Mount Vodno and is accessed by cable car or by hiking. I hiked the Sonje pass from Sonje village which took 45 minutes. It's a giant cross made with metal mesh design and looks around 50 feet tall. It makes for some good photos but in my opinion it's nothing spectacular. However all the views will hide your possible disappointment with the cross itselfVisited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 2 December 2023
- J IWashington DC, District of Columbia8 contributionsA Great SidetripWe didn't know the cross existed upon arrival, but we quickly learned from the internet that there is a cable car that takes one to the top of the mountain. It's a great ride! And inexpensive! One takes city bus no. 25 from the central bus station (next to the central train station) to a point part-way up the mountain where the cable car starts.Visited January 2024Travelled with familyWritten 8 January 2024
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J I
Washington DC, DC8 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
We didn't know the cross existed upon arrival, but we quickly learned from the internet that there is a cable car that takes one to the top of the mountain. It's a great ride! And inexpensive! One takes city bus no. 25 from the central bus station (next to the central train station) to a point part-way up the mountain where the cable car starts.
Written 8 January 2024
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jordanellie41
Longridge, UK1,069 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
The cross can be seen at the top of Mount Vodno and is accessed by cable car or by hiking. I hiked the Sonje pass from Sonje village which took 45 minutes. It's a giant cross made with metal mesh design and looks around 50 feet tall. It makes for some good photos but in my opinion it's nothing spectacular. However all the views will hide your possible disappointment with the cross itself
Written 2 December 2023
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Coryy20
Port of Spain, Trinidad4,837 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
I don't know about anyone else but this cross is very special. When it is lighted at nights it brings a sense of peace and calmness to the city of Skopje. It is truly a great idea whoever came up with it. From a distance when approaching the city this lighted cross seems to welcome you or the light just guides you home. It warms my heart every time I see it whether in a video or reminiscing about my time there.
It is located on top of Mount Vodna. It is worth taking a a cable car ride up to see it close up .it is one big metal structure.
It is located on top of Mount Vodna. It is worth taking a a cable car ride up to see it close up .it is one big metal structure.
Written 29 August 2023
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JoanNeith
Watford, UK101 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
Visited on a Sunday via the free number 25 bus from Skopje. The drive up the mountain was enjoyable with windy road. As a solo traveller I ended up joining a group of other solo travellers to get the cable car to the top. It had some odd hours as we had to wait half an hour for it to reopen in the afternoon. At the base of the cross there is a nice view of the surroundings. There was a small shop for drinks/ice creams.
Written 14 August 2023
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delagioventu
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg1,407 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
You can see it from downtown, but also take a cable car to get there. From the centre, a cab would cost you around 400 denar, to the start of the cable car, which is 200 denar. Lovely views from above.
Written 13 August 2023
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Ričards Edijs
Latvia105 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
If I have understood correctly, during weekends, bus no. 25 (and 25a, and 25b) can be used free of charge to get almost to the top of the mountain. Afterward, there are 2 possibilities to get to see the cross: proceed on foot or by cable car. I chose the first option; after a good and not too long hike (approx. 90 minutes including time for rest) the view, cross, and surroundings are valued much differently than by taking the cable car.
I felt disturbed when the top was reached since I could not find any place to refill my empty water bottle or a place that would sell anything to eat (there are, however, some stores yet they mainly provide cold/hot beverages). My friends said that the toilets were in horrible condition.
All in all, if you like hiking or at least panoramic views, this is a trip you could enjoy.
I felt disturbed when the top was reached since I could not find any place to refill my empty water bottle or a place that would sell anything to eat (there are, however, some stores yet they mainly provide cold/hot beverages). My friends said that the toilets were in horrible condition.
All in all, if you like hiking or at least panoramic views, this is a trip you could enjoy.
Written 21 April 2023
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Ronald L
Denver, CO2,952 contributions
Oct 2022
The Millennium Cross is 217 feet tall and is located on top of 3497 foot tall Mt Vodno. You can hike all the way up from the city or from the cable car. It is best to take the #25 double-deckers bus from the main bus station or catch it along the route. The bus runs every 40-minutes to an hour every day but Monday. Once at the Cable Car it is a short ride to the top. The cable car does not operate on
Mondays. Once at the top you can walk around the base of the cross and to the sides for different views. The tower was completed in 2000 to celebrate 2000 years of Christianity in the region. Unfortunately, you cannot go up inside the cross and the property is not being very well maintained with trash everywhere.
Mondays. Once at the top you can walk around the base of the cross and to the sides for different views. The tower was completed in 2000 to celebrate 2000 years of Christianity in the region. Unfortunately, you cannot go up inside the cross and the property is not being very well maintained with trash everywhere.
Written 23 October 2022
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Constance B
Rutland, MA193 contributions
Sept 2022 • Solo
Great views. Caught a cab from the center for $311mkd. Was dropped off at the cable cars. $100mkd for round trip to the top. Very cool 360 views. Not much up top. A few places to grab a beer or soda. Disappointed to see so many street dogs😢. Wish I brought some food. Really sad to see them rummage thru garbage for food. I decided to walk back down to the city. There is a clearly marked foot path. A bit challenging at times (it is steep in some places) but worth the adventure. Took me about an hour. I’m 64 year old female.. felt very safe and enjoyed the solitude.
Written 16 September 2022
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Cymro
Coimbra, Portugal3,357 contributions
Aug 2021
The Millennium Cross is situated on the top of Vodno Mountain to the south of the city. There is a cable car to the top, but I didn't go up as the cable car does not run on Mondays - the only day I was in the city. However the cross can be seen from numerous locations in the centre of Skopje. It is one of the most recent sites, in a city of new constructions, having been completed in 2019.
Written 3 January 2022
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TJulian
Europe235 contributions
Mar 2021
The Millennium Cross is one of Skopje's expressions and dedication to their Christian heritage. Its size and scale are impressive. Its located outside of the city center, but in a small suburb area that is very residential and nice.
Its a nice attraction to visit while in Skopje and connects you to the Macedonian people through their culture and heritage.
Its a nice attraction to visit while in Skopje and connects you to the Macedonian people through their culture and heritage.
Written 20 March 2021
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Hello, I am going to be in Skopje only on the days when the cable car does not work (Monday and the last Tuesday of the month). Is it possible to go all the way up to the cross by car/taxi? Thanks.
J I
Washington DC, DC8 contributions
No -- either cable car or bike the trail.
FREDERICK J
Scottsdale, AZ3 contributions
what is the cost
SkopjeHome
Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia6 contributions
100MKD for 2 ways.
Elif G
Istanbul, Türkiye96 contributions
Hi is anyone know do they open for winter (cable car) and yes where can i get cable car time table for winter , we r planning to visit for new year eve so i need this information to plan, thanks a lot
Piotr
Gdansk, Poland71 contributions
From October to March the last ride down is at 4:45 pm.
Acc. to their website.
Check in google: Жичница „Милениумски крст“
And you can use translator.
Yvonne S
Alvesta, Sweden1 contribution
Vad bygger man bredvid millennium cross?
Ser ut som ett torn nerifrån Skopje
SkopjeHome
Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia6 contributions
Hi There,
It will be a Telecommunication Tower.
Gerrick1234
Island of Malta, Malta60 contributions
Hi, do someone know the frequency (including departure time) of the bus from skopje city centre to millenium cross
Anita P
Republic of North Macedonia61 contributions
Hi, the bus departures from the city railway station every half an hour, starting from 8 in the morning till 18h in the afternoon. In the period from 10 to 12h is going every 20min. However, you can also wait for it at the Record station in the city center if it is more suitable for you. You can check the schedule at the city transport web page jsp.mk
unicycle6869
7 contributions
What are the hours of operation for the cable car?
srcuvce
Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia52 contributions
There is an official site were is only in macedonian language.
Data on time:
1. low season (winter) - from October to March
Working hours from 10:00 - 17:00h - Monday doesen't work.
Effective time - every 1 hour per half hour. Weekend and holidays time- efficient working every 1 hour per half hour.
Effective working hours on weekdays:
1. low season (winter) - from October to March
Working hours from 10:00 - 17:00h - Monday doesen't work.
Effective time - every 1 hour per half hour. Weekend and holidays time- efficient working every 1 hour per half hour.
Effective working hours on weekdays:
10:00 to 10:30 pm
11:00 to 11:30 pm
12:00 to 12:30 pm
13:00 to 13:30 pm
14:00 to 14:30 pm
15:00 to 15:30 pm
16:00 to 16:30 pm
Last ride down is at 16:45 pm.
2. An average season (spring-fall)
Working hours:
10:00 to 10:30 pm
11:00 to 11:30 pm
12:00 to 12:30 pm
13:00 to 13:30 pm
14:00 to 14:30 pm
15:00 to 15:30 pm
16:00 to 16:30 pm
17:00 to 17:30 pm
Last ride down is at 17:45 pm.
3. high season (summer) - from April to September
Working hours from 10:00 to 20:00. Monday doesen't work.
Effective time:
10:00 to 10:30 pm
11:00 to 11:30 pm
12:00 to 12:30 pm
13:00 to 13:30 pm
14:00 to 14:30 pm
15:00 to 15:30 pm
16:00 to 16:30 pm
17:00 to 17:30 pm
18:00 to 18:30 pm
19:00 to 19:30 pm
At 19:45 last return is down.
The wire cable car doesn't work at all on the last Tuesday of the month because of technical inspection.
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