Matka (Macedonian: Матка, meaning womb,[1] Albanian: Matkë, Kanioni i Matkës) is a canyon located west of central Skopje, North Macedonia. Covering roughly 5,000 hectares,[2] Matka is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in North Macedonia and is home to several medieval monasteries. The Matka Lake within the Matka Canyon is the oldest artificial lake in the country.[3]
- ^ Lonely Planet Europe. Lonely Planet Global Limited. October 2019. ISBN 9781788687119.
- ^ macedonia.co.uk
- ^ macedoniaholidaysandtours.com